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K-3
First Facts: My First Guides series.
An encouraging paragraph, safety cautions, and a list of tools introduce step-by-step directions for eight duct-tape projects illustrated with photographs. Crafts include bongo drums, a pirate treasure chest, a laser sword, and a kite. Very few tips for successfully manipulating the super-sticky duct tape are included. Reading list.
32 pp.
| Capstone
| December, 2008
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LibraryISBN 978-1-4296-2276-9$23.99
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4-6
Edge Books: Kids' Guides series.
Some old-fashioned play with basic materials could engage kids who enjoy making kites, balloon rockets, bird feeders, paper boats, and the like. Three of the eleven familiar projects use baking soda and vinegar reactions. Each is rated for "Impressiveness" and "Complexity." Steps are clearly illustrated with photos, and the occasional challenging word is defined at the bottom of the page. Reading list. Glos., ind.
24 pp.
| Chronicle
| October, 2007
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TradeISBN 978-0-8118-5460-3$15.95
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K-3
Illustrated by
David Slonim.
A diminutive Tooth Fairy tells readers what her job is really like: quarters are heavy, no elf helpers (unlike a certain someone), etc. This fairy has a bit of a (tooth) chip on her shoulder, but those who like their myths busted ("I NEVER wear pink flouncing skirts") will find this a hoot. The spirited art features a cartoony protagonist.