Help your students become involved in the world without even leaving the classroom!

The Hands-On books feature authentic cultural artifacts for young people to replicate. Through these activities students can explore the traditions of other cultures. Hands-On books are based on extensive, meticulous research. In addition to art projects, these books also contain handsome, accurate maps and original watercolor paintings of important geographical sites in gorgeous full-color photographs.

Seeing the original artifacts helps students appreciate the culture that produced them. Seeing pictures of the finished projects sparks student interest and creates enthusiasm. Activities contain easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions with line drawings and patterns, virtually guaranteeing student success. Each book utilizes inexpensive and readily available materials, that make it ideal for all classrooms. Hands-On books contain ideas for integrating the art activities with other curricula.

Most art activities are integrated with other content areas for a broader and richer educational experience. Math, social studies, geography, architecture, music, theater are skills and concepts are often enhanced by the art and sculpture projects featured in the books.

Nothing gives students a better grasp of a subject than hands-on involvement. Research has shown that important developmental skills are improved as students cut, color, and paste. Order books today!