Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Queen of inventions Queen of inventions Laurie M. Carlson Looks at the history of sewing and how it was transformed in the 1850s when an American inventor, Isaac Singer, not only invented a practical sewing machine, but also a way for everyone to afford one. OL17330099W
Cattle Cattle Laurie M. Carlson "The centuries-old relationship of cows to human beings is a fascinating and complex story. It includes extremes of worship and exploitation, and in between some of the most remarkable contributions … OL1839934W
Colonial kids Colonial kids Laurie M. Carlson Gives instructions for preparing foods, making clothes, and creating other items used by European settlers in America, thereby providing a description of the daily life of these colonists. OL1839936W
EcoArt! EcoArt! Laurie M. Carlson Presents art and craft projects that benefit the environment through such activities as recycling. OL1839938W
Thomas Edison for kids Thomas Edison for kids Laurie M. Carlson Thomas Edison, one of the world's greatest inventors, is introduced in this fascinating activity book. Children will learn how Edison ushered in an astounding age of invention with his unique way of … OL1839950W
Boss of the plains Boss of the plains Laurie M. Carlson The story of John Stetson and how he came to create the most popular hat west of the Mississippi. OL1839952W
Kids create! Kids create! Laurie M. Carlson More than 150 craft and art activities for creative self-expression of youngsters, with easy-to-follow instructions. OL1839953W
Knit, hook, and spin Knit, hook, and spin Laurie M. Carlson This easy-to-follow activity book is packed with over 70 projects across a variety of fiber arts including knitting, felting, knotting and braiding, spinning, weaving, crocheting, and dyeing. Kids wi… OL20030415W