Asian kites : from the Thai Cobra to the Japanese Octopus
Hosking, Wayne2017
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Click and Collect for Asian kites : from the Thai Cobra to the Japanese OctopusKids will learn how to make colourful kites while exploring Asian culture and history with this easy-to-follow craft book for kids. Fun to build and exciting to fly, kites are a universal expression of joy and wonder for enthusiasts of all ages. Asian Kites for Kids features kite building projects that are beautiful and functional-ideal for teachers, camp counsellors, parents, and budding young kite makers themselves. Kite making is a traditional Asian craft and an essential aspect of folklore that uses everyday materials to create beautiful works of art. In fact, kites are just as much fun to build as they are to fly! The colourful, easy-to-follow instructions will have readers building and flying fifteen different models from across Asia including China, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, and Korea. With Asian Kites for Kids readers will learn to build: A Butterfly kite from China -- A Cobra kite from Thailand -- A Mini kite from Malaysia -- A Shield kite from Korea -- An Octopus kite from Japan and much more! This book includes sections on safety, the anatomy of kites, troubleshooting tips, as well as an index of online retailers and resources. Spend hours of fun with your kids and friends crafting handmade Asian kites and exploring the great outdoors while watching your original creations soar.
Main title:
Asian kites : from the Thai Cobra to the Japanese Octopus / Wayne Hosking.
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Imprint:
Tokyo : Tuttle Publishing, 2017
Collation:
47 pages : colour illustrations ; 25 cm.
Notes:
"Make and fly your own Asian kites : easy step-by-step instructions for 15 colorful kites" -- cover & t.p.Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9780804849302
Dewey class:
629.13332796.158796
Language:
English
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BRN:
315084
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandringham Library | Junior Non-Fiction Art & Craft | J 796 HOS | Available |
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