The world officially celebrates Earth Day on April 22, but for those who really care about the environment, every day is full of opportunities to recycle the earth's resources! Best-selling author Kathy Ross offers many ways to recycle household throwaways into useful items, and have a great time doing it!

Of all the holidays, Valentine's Day is the one that most calls for a do-it-yourself approach. Kids traditionally get out the scissors and glue and work some creative magic with red construction paper and lace doilies. But Valentine's Day crafts can go far beyond the handmade card. Here Kathy Ross, America's crafts-for-kids expert, shares some very new and very original ideas for the holiday. There are, of course, several ideas for valentine cards,...

Kathy Ross has created an amazing new collection of crafts ranging from Skeleton Scatter Pins to an Owl Goodie Bag that glows in the dark. For those who like to wear their crafts, the Ghost Zipper Pull or the Batty Ear Dangles will draw lots of attention. For the more sedate, the Frankenstein Treasure Keeper is guaranteed to scare off all intruders. Whether kids want to make Masks For Dolls or frighten their friends with Something Wierd In A Jar,...

Hands-on craft projects can make learning phonics lots of fun as well as help children remember what sound goes with what letter. In this book designed to supplement the teaching of letter sounds, Kathy Ross draws on her thirty years experience as a preschool teacher and curriculum developer. She has designed an easy-to-make craft based on the sound of each letter from the alphabet, from Activity on an Anthill to a Zipper-Bag Zoo Book.

Million copy craft book author Kathy Ross presents a charming craft book just right for girls. Each project in this fun and fabulous new series features illustrated step-by-step instructions and materials that are easy to find around the house. All-Girl Crafts is great for all-girl get-togethers including Girl Scout meetings, slumber parties, after school gatherings, and more. No boys allowed!

Add your own creative sparkle to the holiday season with these 30 different, delightful, decorative creations. Liven up your holiday dinner table with Christmas Napkins, Jingle Bell Napkin Rings, and a Cone Table Santa centerpiece. Try a Doorknob-Nose Elf or a giant Tube Reindeer on your door. Among the great gift ideas are two Christmas picture frame projects (perfect for your grandparents), a Christmas Stocking Pencil Holder (for your teacher),...

This book provides instructions for twenty craft projects with a monster theme, such as a howling banshee mask, a mummy pin, and a fire-breathing dragon puppet.

Girls will love creating crafts for their rooms that reflect their style and personality with these fun-to-make decorations. Using low-cost or no-cost materials, girls can make over their rooms and create colorful getaways!

Twenty simple Thanksgiving and autumn crafts specially designed for very young children. Indian corn kernals are used to create an attractive kitchen magnet, and a pumpkin becomes a festive centerpiece for the Thanksgiving meal. Colorful step-by-step illustrations help turn inexpensive and readily available materials into easy-to-make gifts, decorations, table items, and wall hangings that will add a youngster's special touch to the holiday season....

Add your own creative sparkle to the holiday season with great gifts that you can make yourself. If your parents have trouble finding their car at the mall, a Snowman Antenna Ball would be just the thing. A Holiday Stamp Holder would look great on Dad's desk. Mom would enjoy a Sticker Star Tree Pin. Try Jingle Bell Hair Snaps for a sister or friend, and boys of all ages will love the Christmas Candy Ball. There's something for everyone, even your...