Fun Things to Do with Egg Cartons

This appealing book provides step-by-step instructions for making simple crafts from egg cartons and common art supplies. An introduction provides necessary terminology, suggestions for cutting any “tricky” egg cartons, and encouragement for readers to design their own creations. The ten activities include toys (an inchworm puppet, an owl mask), games (a mancala board), and decorative and practical items (daisy chains, a lantern). A list of supplies and numbered directions accompany each craft, and large, bright photographs show the finished products—and occasionally, works in progress. “Step it Up” suggestions appear on many pages, offering ideas for varying items’ uses and appearances. Recommended books and a link to publisher-selected Web sites round out the volume.