A World Full of Christmas Crafts
Christmas seems to arrive earlier and earlier each year- or perhaps I’m just getting older! As children eagerly anticipate its arrival, having enjoyable and interesting things to do which keep little people engaged and content is an excellent idea. ‘A World Full of Christmas Crafts’ offers just this- a wonderful selection of easy to complete activities, linked to the festive season!
Starting with a note about the origins of Christmas, the book then offers information about 24- one for each day of December until Christmas Eve- festive customs from around the world with an engaging activity for each. Clear instructions are given for each and, where needed, templates are included at the end of the book.
Children can make a heart-shaped paper basket, inspired by the first ‘julehjerte’ made by Hans Christian Andersen, or a hot chocolate kit to celebrate the Peruvian tradition of the ‘chocolotada’. A wonderful range of customs is included, allowing children not only the opportunity to learn about places and traditions across the globe, but also the chance to make, cook and play in the run up to Christmas Day.
This lovely book is sure to become an annual favourite!
A World Full of Christmas Crafts
Helen Mortimer, illustrated by Joy Laforme
Frances Lincoln ISBN: 978-0711293502