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Why are arts and crafts important for preschoolers? I am not a creative person; can I still do crafts that engage my kids? Won't buying art supplies cost me a lot of money? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you...

50 Things to Know Crafting with Preschoolers by L. Elizabeth Forry offers an approach to getting the most out of engaging in art with young children. Whether you are a parent or an early childhood educator, this book offers something for you. Most books on crafts tell you how to make a product. Although there's nothing wrong with that, arts and crafts with young children is much more than that. Based on knowledge from the world's leading experts in early childhood education, you will learn the importance of hands-on and engaging creative experiences for young children and their benefits.

In these pages, you'll discover ways to use items you already have around the house to engage and create with your kids. You'll learn about the importance of learning through play and the open-ended art process. This book will help you understand why making a giant mess is sometimes necessary and what your child is learning through that mess.

By the time you finish this book, you will know the how, the what, the way of making meaningful arts and crafts experience with your children. So grab YOUR copy today. You'll be glad you did.