The children's kraft shop
Adelia Belle Beard wrote and illustrated this book of handicrafts for young children in 1914. Every project in it is her own invention, built from things already in the house: empty spools, kindling sticks, wooden clothespins, twigs, old envelopes and newspapers. Children learn to make wind toys, a toy automobile, a bird airship, sand toys, a trolley car, doll furniture assembled without glue and a whole menagerie of wild animals. A short foreword to mothers explains the aim, which is to encourage resourcefulness and inventiveness with whatever lies at hand. The step-by-step instructions are plain enough for a child to follow, with the drawings carrying much of the explanation. It is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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The children's kraft shop by Adelia B. Beard can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
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Is The children's kraft shop in the public domain?
Yes. The children's kraft shop by Adelia B. Beard is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The children's kraft shop?
About 1 h 21 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The children's kraft shop?
The children's kraft shop by Adelia B. Beard is filed under "Classics" in the Vinteuil library.
