- Library Binding: 48 pages
- Publisher: Heinemann Library (January 1999)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 073980118X
- ISBN-13: 978-0739801185
- Product Dimensions: 26.3 x 21.5 x 0.9 cm
- Shipping Weight: 417 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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From School Library Journal
Gr 5 Up-These titles provide a brief overview of each country's history and geography, along with an appealing presentation of local folk art. Well-designed and attractive, all three volumes have excellent color maps, drawings, and photographs that extend the texts. Each book contains chapters about neighboring countries and a sidebar of facts; a time line; an introduction to a local craft and its history; and necessary tools, materials, and safety tips for a related project. The first title features Mexico (aluminum ornaments), Nicaragua (giant puppet), Panama (mola patch), and Guatemala (handwoven pouch). Scandinavia covers Sweden (oro mobile), Denmark (cross-stitch sampler), Lapland (magic drum), and Norway (rosemaling designs). Africa highlights Kenya (beadwork), Benin (story-cloth banner), South Africa (wire toy), and Congo (carved-wood mask). Though the directions are clear and complete, some are quite complex and will require adult help or supervision.-Rosie Peasley, Empire Union School District, Modesto, CA
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Artisans Around the World,
By Jona Chambers, teacher/parent (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Africa South of the Sahara (Library Binding)
All six books in this series are gorgeous. They connect the geography, history, and culture of a region in a way that will interest kids and adults alike. Beautiful photos, drawings, and stunning maps. The introductory information to each project is interesting and helps kids understand why people might do certain types of art. The step-by-step project instructions are easy to follow, with drawings to accompany each step. Some projects are challenging; others easy to do with a large group, but they all are student-tested (with photos of their final products!). Best of all, they are authentic folk art projects-not the "let's make a toilet paper drum" variety. These projects work great for scout troop activities and home school projects as well as for public school teachers who want to connect art with history and geography. These books could be used with upper elementary through middle school students. Highly recommended for classroom use and as gifts for grandchildren!
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Artisans Around the World,
By Jona Chambers, teacher/parent - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Africa South of the Sahara (Library Binding)
All six books in this series are gorgeous. They connect the geography, history, and culture of a region in a way that will interest kids and adults alike. Beautiful photos, drawings, and stunning maps. The introductory information to each project is interesting and helps kids understand why people might do certain types of art. The step-by-step project instructions are easy to follow, with drawings to accompany each step. Some projects are challenging; others easy to do with a large group, but they all are student-tested (with photos of their final products!). Best of all, they are authentic folk art projects-not the "let's make a toilet paper drum" variety. These projects work great for scout troop activities and home school projects as well as for public school teachers who want to connect art with history and geography. These books could be used with upper elementary through middle school students. Highly recommended for classroom use and as gifts for grandchildren!
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