Review: Great Valentine's card ideas!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 3, 2012
A great find at the right time! Every year, my son (3.5 yrs old) exchanges Valentine's cards with his 29 friends at daycare, plus grandparents and two aunts. Last year, we made cards for everyone and it was a bit of a mess. This year, I'm so happy to have found this book! There are some really great ideas in here that I wouldn't have thought of on my own.Most of the Valentine crafts are easy enough for my son to do with my help. I can tell that the instructions were written by someone who has done these crafts with kids many, many times. The author clearly understands how the child will do the craft and what the parent can do to encourage and praise. The author has a degree in Elementary Education and children of her own, and that became clear as I read the book. I almost felt as if a teacher was guiding me through the activities, giving me tips on how to make the project an effective, hands-on learning experience. Each project has a picture, as well. Love that.I also like how the author gives alternative suggestions for supplies needed to make the crafts. I never have paper plates at home, but I always have poster paint and paper towels.This book is great for anyone with kids. It certainly has solved my Valentine's problem of what to make with my son for 29 kids, 4 grandparents, and two aunts this year!Highly recommended!