Art-tastic (HB) by Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū

$30.00 NZD

Category: NZ Non Fiction

This Art-tastic activity book has some of the best art you'll ever see in Aotearoa New Zealand. And don't freak out, but you'll probably learn stuff too. By the time you've finished, you'll have your own artists' workbook full of artworks that will possibly make you famous at home (if not around the wor ld).  Bold, bright, daring and a little bit BANANAS, Art-tastic gets into the nitty gritty of how to look at, connect with and make art.  ...Show more

Rubber Band Charm Jewelry (Threads) by Maggie Marron

$18.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do

This title features 12 original projects to complete with rubber bands and charms, with or without a loom. Harnesses the hottest 'tween' craft trend in years to hit the U.S and soon to hit the U.K. It is suitable for age 10+. Rubber band jewellery is taking the world by a storm, and now you can weave yo ur way to a stylish, pop-star look by adding charms to your arms! This booklet offers all the basics for weaving bracelets with a loom or without, along with 12 rubber band jewelry projects and 3 rubber band charms. Each bracelet is themed to todays' hottest stars, from Queen Bee Crown Jewels to Taylor's Tulips. These original designs are lots of fun to complete, and great to show off to friends. ...Show more

Cowboy Things to Make and Do (Usborne Activities) by Emily Bone

$16.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do | Series: Things to Make and Do

A range of craft activities, each explained with clear, step-by-step instructions and fully illustrated. Projects include a line-dancing paper-chain, a showdown collage, a cowboy hat, a saloon doorhandle card and dancing cowboys. Includes over 200 stickers.

The Gross Slime Book - From Smurf Snot to Unicorn Turds

$20.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do

Cards and Wrapping Paper (I Love Craft) by Rita Storey

$24.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do | Series: I Love Craft

Why hunt for the perfect card to send to someone when you can make it yourself? It's much cheaper - and more fun! I love Craft: Cards and Wrapping Paper features instructions for creative craft projects, from monster hug and swimming fish cards to marbled wrapping paper and party bags. The projects cove r different techniques and each is explained with illustrated step-by-step instructions. The book is part of the I Love Craft series - fantastically fun project craft books for children aged 7+. ...Show more

Jungle (Make & Play) by Angela Muss

$15.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do | Series: Make & Play

Make Your Own Fuzzimals by Klutz

$25.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do | Series: Klutz

Make your own fuzzy animal friends! You're going to go WILD for Fuzzimals! Bend these pre-cut, fuzzy, flexible stems into three safari themed friends: a gentle gorilla, a lazy lion, and an outrageous ostrich. Give these fluffy stems personality by adding pompoms, custom eyes, and felt pieces to make th em irresistibly cuddly! Want to give your Fuzzimals some attitude? The step-by-step instruction book includes additional projects to accessorize your Fuzzimals using common household items! Comes With: 28-page book, 3 chipboard animal forms, 9 pre-cut fuzzy stems in 5 colors, pipe cleaners in 2 colors, 6 bead eyes, pom-poms in 8 colors, 3 large faux-fur pom-poms in 3 colors, pre-cut felt, glue, punch-out paper accessories, sticky dots.  ...Show more

200 Paper Planes to Fold and Fly by Andy Tudor

$23.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do | Series: Paper Planes

Each sheet of this bumper, tear-off pad can easily be folded into a brightly patterned paper plane. The cover folds out to reveal simple instructions for making each type of plane and flying tips are included at the back.

Origami Galaxy for Kids Kit by Rita Foelker

$25.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do

This cosmic kit is bursting with exciting models inspired by stars, planets, and space exploration.   These easy origami projects will transform young folders into intergalactic travelers as they pilot their starship through the Solar System and beyond   Celebrate the 50th anniversary of A pollo 11's lunar landing in a hands-on way with this kit. Kids can learn about the moon and what it takes to get there, as each model comes with information on astronomy and cosmology. Blend an interest in our Universe with the fun of origami paper folding   The breathtaking night sky fascinates children everywhere, inspiring an appreciation of science and astronomy, as well as science fiction stories, comics, cartoons and films. Many kids even dream of becoming an astronomer or astronaut when they grow up, which makes this unique kit a perfect gift.   The included large wall poster is packed with colorful graphics that relate interesting information about the Solar System, the Milky Way galaxy, and the Universe--the perfect way for kids to decorate their room or classroom while they deepen their knowledge of the cosmos.   This origami kit includes everything you need: A full-color instruction book containing easy, step-by-step instructions for 12 models 48 sheets of folding paper A 21" x 24" fun and educational wall poster Online video tutorials Kids will have a blast folding the unique models, including: A Rocket--with its classic red fin styling, the model is ready to soar into the unknown on a voyage of discovery. A Dwarf Star--one of 4 types of star models in the kit, this one has 4 points and can be folded up in just 10 steps A Flying Saucer--a ring-like enigma from another galaxy. Do they come in peace? Planet One--a crater-pocked rocky planet, ripe for imaginary exploration A Space Hero Picture Frame--intrepid explorers are eligible for induction into the "Hall of Heroes" gallery by way of this cleverly folded frame And many more ...Show more

Let's Get Crafty with Salt-Dough by CICO Kidz

$20.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do

25 easy-to-achieve salt-dough crafts for parents to make at home with children aged 2 and over. These fun, colourful crafts are designed to bring out a young child's creative side. The inventive ideas include salt-dough jewellery, cute animals, fun fruit and Christmas decorations. The emphasis is on tea mwork, with adults helping with the tricky steps, such as preparing the salt-dough, and the young children doing the fun and messy parts, such as rolling the dough, painting and decorating. As well as being enjoyable, these salt-dough crafts will help to prepare children for school by developing their fine motor skills and encouraging them to concentrate on a task and complete it. The creative ideas will spark a child's imagination and for both of you there will be great rewards in finishing a project. Best of all, getting crafty means enjoying some fun time together. ...Show more

Radio Boombox by Klutz

$30.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do | Series: Klutz

Tune in to your inner engineer with this rockin' build! No jammed signals here! Engineer a real, working FM radio by connecting electronic components, including a magnetic speaker, to a receiver module with a working antenna and buttons for tuning and volume. Then put your finished radio and music know ledge to the test with any of the games in the book! Aspiring audio heads will learn about the electromagnetic spectrum, wireless communications, and how radio waves become music to their ears. Comes With: 32-page book, chipboard parts, battery holder, on/off switch, stereo FM radio receiver module PCB, antenna, speaker. ...Show more

Japanese Flashcards (First Words)

$23.00 NZD

Category: Things to Make & Do | Series: Lonely Planet Kids

These handy board books are perfect for introducing infants and very young children to a new language. Conveniently travel sized, each features 12 words to learn - from 'sun' and 'shoes,' to 'beach' and 'book.'