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123 I can draw! Offers clear, step-by-step illustrated techniques for creating fun and appealing art projects that lead to discovery and a real sense of accomplishment while also introducing art concepts such as color, form, and texture.
Cartooning : the only cartooning book you'll ever need to be the artist you've always wanted to be
Cool melt & pour soap This fun and creative series has cool craft projects featuring step-by-step instructions with photographs.
Origami : Asian arts & crafts for creative kids Children will have hours of fun with the 15 projects in this beginner origami book, designed to introduce them to the exciting world of paper-folding.
Polymer Clay Squash, cut, roll, and mix together polymer clay to make 30 really cool projects.
The Usborne book of drawing, painting & lettering Covers everything a beginner wants to know, including how to mix new colours, ways of painting with different tools and how to paint colorful blended backgrounds.

Web Links
Arts and Kids
Kids art available for viewing online! Kids can send in their artwork to win prizes and be featured on this web site.
Cartoonster
On this site, you can learn the basics of cartoon animation. Created by a teenager, there are simple tutorials that help you understand the concepts of frame by frame animation.
Crayola
You can color, play games, find fun craft ideas, and get your creative juices flowing on this page.
Hands on Crafts for Kids
Companion site to the public television program
KidsCom Jr.
You can paint a picture in several easy steps and show your parents your work of art!
The Artist's Toolkit
Explore elements such as line, color, and balance by watching animated demonstrations, creating your own compositions, and watching video clips of artists in action.
The Imagination Factory
This site provides art activities using recycled materials. Ideas and clear directions can be found for painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, fiber arts, and crafts from recycled media.
World Wide Art Gallery
See examples of art done by children from around the world, and connect to links of art activities and information about art and art history.
 
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