Vintage Book....838 Ways to Amuse a Child

Written in 1960 by June Johnson, this book will teach your child creativity! And how to use his imagination...while they still have one! Get them away from the computer games and TV violence and, with the help of this book, teach them to do easy experiments with chemistry, astronomy, soil conservation; suggestions for such crafts and hobbies as; whittling, weaving, modeling and sculpturing, home decorating, sewing, cooking, making toys and gifts, knot tying, leatherwork, flower arranging, carpentry, stamp collecting and designing or creating with paper, paste, crayons and paint. A great book the whole family will enjoy. It requires no special skills of the child or parent, nor difficult or hard-to-get tools. Although it is written for the 6-12 year old, there are plenty of ideas adaptable to the younger or older child. Hardcover; paper jacket is a little soiled; 216 pages. This would make a great book for a grandparent to have on hand!!! Includes shipping in US.