Used by generations of Boy Scouts, this classic includes scores of projects — from stocking aquariums and performing puppet shows to sculpting snowmen and making sleds. Includes chapters on kite flying, fishing, rigging and sailing small boats, camping out without a tent, and much else. 254 black-and-white figures. 63 illustrations. Unabridged republications of the edition originally published by Scribner, New York, 1890.
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Woodcraft and Camping by George W. Sears Nessmuk Classic instructions for roughing it, camping, hiking, firemaking, cookout, shelters, miscellaneous wood lore.
Handbook of Recreational Games by Neva L. Boyd 18 categories of games — pursuit and escape, throwing and catching, etc. — with up to 59 games (plus variations) in a category.
Beginning Birdwatcher’s Book: With 48 Stickers by Sy Barlowe Fact-filled book with sticker images of blue jay, American crow, mourning dove, barn owl, and 44 other birds, plus informative text noting bird's size, habitat, eating habits, other data.
The Fair Weather and Rainy Day Handy Book by Daniel C. Beard This book features dozens of indoor and outdoor activities, with simple instructions and easy-to-follow diagrams for building a backyard clubhouse, setting up a workshop, picnic games, papercrafts, and other diversions.
The American Girl's Handy Book: Turn-of-the-Century Classic of Crafts and Activities by Lina Beard, Adelia B. Beard For good old-fashioned fun, nothing beats this 1887 gem and its illustrated explanations of hobbies and games. Handmade dolls, bookshelf building, and other projects use common household items, encouraging imaginations and creativity.
The Field and Forest Handy Book by Daniel C. Beard Written by a co-founder of the Boy Scouts, this appealing guide offers illustrated instructions for building kites, birdhouses, boats, igloos, and other fun projects, plus numerous helpful tips for campers.
Scouting for Boys: The Original 1908 Edition by Robert Baden-Powell This blueprint for the Boy Scout movement not only provides energetic tips on camping, tracking, and woodcraft, but offers proper Victorian-era advice on manners, self-discipline, and good citizenship. Includes the original illustrations.
Camp-Lore and Woodcraft by Daniel C. Beard Easy-to-follow advice for boys and girls on building campfires; packing, saddling, and mounting a horse; choosing a campsite, pitching a tent, cutting down a tree, chopping wood, and much more. 377 black-and-white illustrations.
Boy Scouts Handbook: The First Edition, 1911 by Boy Scouts of America Complete republication of a book that has been used by generations of American youths, with copious information on such topics as woodcrafting, camping, sailing, as well as developing self-reliance and good citizenship.
Games and Songs of American Children by William W. Newell Features 190 games and play situations, full song texts, many melodies, comparison with similar material from other cultures. An entertaining, basic book in the field.
