Subtitle: Seasonal Crafts and Games for Children

Author: Stefanie Pfister

Publisher: Floris Book

Publication Date: 2017

Extent: 120 pages

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781782503750

Dimension: 23 X 21 X 2

Weight: 522 gr

Age Range: From 5 to 10 years

Race handmade boats, build an insect hotel and create wildflower Easter eggs, all while learning about the natural world -- whatever the weather. 

This practical and brightly illustrated book is packed with indoor and outdoor crafts and activities, plus fun facts, to entertain and engage curious children during the spring and summer months. 

All the activities encourage an exploration of nature, from streams and moss, to butterflies and dandelions. Children will love finding out about the natural world through play and creation whether at home or in the classroom. 

This wide-ranging book will provide inspiration for parents and teachers working with children aged four and up. Most activities can be enjoyed both individually and in groups.

Table of Contents

Foreword 7 
Spring 
Gardening in a Box 10 
Dyeing with Vegetable Juices 16 
Radish Caterpillars 22 
Nature Nests 24 
Pressed-Flower Easter Eggs 28 
Daisy Games and Activities 30 
Strawberry Decorations 34 
Growing Your Own Cuttings 36 
Embroidered Fantasy Tablecloth 40 
Dandelion Games and Activities 44 
Cardboard-Box House 
and Flower Shop 48 
Spring Flower Bouquets 54 
Felt Vegetables 58 
Muddy Games and Activities 62 
Discovering Moss 68 
Mossy Crafts 72 
Summer 
Exploring a Stream 78 
Building Boats 82 
Insect Hotels 88 
Outdoor Summer Games 98 
Spiderweb Frames 106 
Natural Soap 113 
Outdoor Play Kitchen 116 
Forest Dens 118 
Resources 124