Quilting (Kids Can Do It)
Grade 3-6-These series entries are attractively designed and have  eye-catching photos and lots of kid appeal. Each book contains a  wonderful assortment of gift ideas and projects. MacLeod's  introduction covers measuring (metric and imperial), baking  tips, and other dos and don'ts concerning food preparation.  Appropriate safety/allergy warnings are given. The edible  presents, prepared in three or four steps, include chocolate,  party food, cookies, soup, seasonings, muffins, candy, and  beverages. Ideas for wrapping, tagging, and mailing gifts are  also given. Children will especially enjoy Truffle Mice, Great  Granola, Gingerbread People, Chocolate Pretzels, and Reindeer  Canes. Storms opens with a discussion of fabric, thread,  supplies, stitches, and more. The instructions give the basics  of this craft and specific projects, such as appliqu ing  clothing, a pincushion, or a wall quilt; making a pencil case,  book bag, organizer, pin, pillow, a pieced mini-quilt, and the  most challenging project-a Hopscotch Lap Quilt. In both books,  the colorful photos and illustrations capture details and design  and are an excellent accompaniment to the clear, step-by-step  instructions. Useful and popular additions to library  collections.Augusta R. Malvagno, Queens Borough Public Library,  NYCopyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.