The Art of Imagination and Storymaking for Personal Growth
In this step by step companion guide, Nancy Mellon explores the secrets of what makes a good story and how to become a confident storyteller from scratch. The healing power of stories is a strong antidote to today's electronic screen world. Storytelling is an engaging, meaningful way of sharing our thoughts and feelings. As a path of ......
Based on the success of her first book, Making Peg Dolls, Margaret Bloom's new book introduces us to a range of projects to keep little (as well as the not-so-little) hands busy. From simple peg doll necklaces, moving mobiles and fantastical flying creatures, to pin cushions, herbal dream pillows and nature gathering bags, this series of ......
Children love songs, action rhymes and stories. They love their parents telling them stories, whether at bedtimes, mealtimes, play times, festivals or family occasions. Parents can use this book to forget themselves and just enjoy being with their children and telling stories, often again and again! Storytelling is vital for the development of ......
Sensory overload can leave us feeling empty, or even thirsting for ever more stimulation. Here is a more balanced, health giving way of experiencing and understanding the human senses.The author starts by appreciating the rich tapestry of not just five, but twelve senses. These are the senses of touch, life, self-movement, balance, smell, taste, ......
These three workbooks form a successful series which aim to encourage people to explore in detail the ways in which forms are created. The exercises provided give a fascinating insight into the relationship between form and content.
Practical and sensitive support for bereaved children. Accompanied by the friendly characters of Bee and Bear, this book offers children a structure and outlet for the many difficult feelings that inevitably follow when a close friend or family member dies. A series of exercises and activities reflect on the different aspects of grief to help ......
What is it about these knitted animals that captures children’s imaginations? Here is an enchanting collection of animals to knit in soft wool and natural materials: ducklings, teddy bears, lambs, piglets, a handsome rooster and more.
Biodynamic techniques recognise that plant life is intimately bound up with the life of the soil: that the soil itself is alive and vital and that the degree of vitality has a direct bearing on the health of the crops. Through the nurture and care of the soil you will soon be able to grow quality produce which possesses vitality and has the ......
Learn how to make simple craft projects from natural objects, such as pine-cones and sheep's wool. Suitable for children aged 5-8 years and magically illustrated with crafts, stories, rhymes & games.
