Series:

Usborne Activities

14 total works

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Summer Activities

by Fiona Watt and Ray Gibson

Published 30 June 2000
This activity book contains ideas for things to make and do, from paper flowers and picnic food to ideas for cards and postcards. It includes two pages of stickers, and each project is accompanied by simple step-by-step instructions and an illustration or photographs of the final creation.

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Cover of 50 Things to Draw & Paint
This title features 50 things to draw and paint. It includes arty ideas of things to draw and paint such as an inky beetle, wax resistant fish and landscape painting sure to keep children (and adults!) amused for hours. Every page is colourfully illustrated and contains clear, step-by-step instructions. The pages are durable and robust, ensuring repeated use.

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What Shall I Draw?

by Ray Gibson

Published 1 March 1995

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What Shall I Grow?

by Ray Gibson

Published 31 July 1997
With step-by-step instructions and bright ph otographs, What Shall I Grow? is full of imaginative and exc iting ideas for budding gardeners. It will encourage childre n to attempt simple and rewarding gardening projects. '

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Cover of Dinosaur things to make and do
WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking Hazard. Seventeen simple and fun dinosaur-themed activities, with over 400 prehistoric stickers to decorate the projects. Activities include a cardboard stand-up stegosaurus, hatching tissue paper dinosaur eggs and a spiky dinosaur collage. Each activity is clearly illustrated with easy to follow step-by-step instructions.

Cover of Sticker Dolly Dressing Weddings
Join the exciting world of a bride-to-be as she prepares for, then celebrates her special day in this magical sticker book. With over 300 stickers to dress the brides and grooms as they prepare for their big day – trying on wedding dresses and suits, choosing the cake, dressing for the big day and the first dance.

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What Shall I Paint?

by Ray Gibson

Published 1 October 1995
What parent hasn't racked their brain to answer this question on a rainy day? This book suggests simple painting projects to satisfy the most ambitious budding artist, yet each project is broken down into simple stages which even very young children can attempt with confidence. This book is full of ideas to capture the imagination of the very young. There are also suggestions for adapting the paintings into scenes or picture stories. Bold illustrations and minimal text ensure that the book can be used independently by the child, or with adult guidance.

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Christmas Decorations and Cards

by Fiona Watt

Published 31 October 2003

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How to Draw Animals

by Leonie Pratt

Published 1 June 2006
This title features simple instructions for drawing over 15 animals, including giraffes, penguins, bunnies and crocodiles. It is fully illustrated, with step-by-step instructions, and lots of ideas for creating original scenes featuring these animals. A variety of simple painting and drawing techniques are explained, along with hints and tips on how to use a range of media.

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How to Draw Dinosaurs

by Fiona Watt

Published 1 June 2005
The imaginative ideas and step-by-step instructions featured in this first drawing book will enable children to create satisfying pictures of dinosaurs - scaly ones, fierce ones and cute ones. Includes lots of suggestions for different techniques that children might like to try, such as finger-painting, potato-printing, collage and cartoons.

Cover of 50 Things to Make and Do
This title features activities such as a magic matchbox, a tissue paper owl and cress shapes, sure to keep children (and adults) amused for hours.

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Easter Sticker Book

by Fiona Watt

Published 1 January 2010
A colourful sticker book with Easter-themed scenes to decorate with over 400 stickers. Scenes include Easter bunnies hiding their eggs, an Easter parade and Easter eggs to decorate.