838 Ways to Amuse a Child by June Johnson (Good, 1960, HC, 216 pgs, Gramercy Pub.)

Dust jacket has wear; cover has some wear; pages have light wear; pages appear to be unmarked; small stain on page edges. #59-13283

838 Ways to Amuse a Child: Crafts, Hobbies, and Creative Ideas for the Child from Six to Twelve provides complete, easy-to-follow directions for nearly a thousand activities designed to keep children aged six to twelve occupied and engaged using common household items and inexpensive materials. It includes detailed instructions for weaving, sculpting, leatherwork, paper design, flower arranging, and painting. There are projects involving astronomy, geology, geography, and nature lore. The author has ideas for making mobiles, dioramas, butterfly nets, and organizing collections. There are suggestions for activities during travel, convalescence (sick room), and indoor games.

The book is known for its classic, frugal approach to entertainment, featuring black-and-white line drawings and projects that require no special skills, making it a timeless resource for parents and educators.