How? or, Spare Hours Made Profitable for Boys and Girls by Kennedy Holbrook

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Author Holbrook, Kennedy
LoC No. 05025454
Title How? or, Spare Hours Made Profitable for Boys and Girls
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Summary "How? or, Spare Hours Made Profitable for Boys and Girls" by Kennedy Holbrook is a practical guidebook written in the late 19th century. The book aims to provide children with engaging activities that can be both entertaining and educational, featuring various projects, experiments, and crafting ideas suitable for boys and girls alike. It is likely developed as a resource for parents looking to enrich their children's leisure time with productive pursuits. The opening of this work includes an introduction and a detailed index showcasing the range of activities covered, such as making toys, performing experiments, and crafting visual and practical items. The author emphasizes the importance of productive use of free time and shares anecdotes reflecting personal experiences, ensuring each suggestion is grounded in practicality. The content serves as a resource for sparking creativity in children, encouraging hands-on learning and exploration through imaginative projects like building windmill puppets and creating homemade books. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Subject Amusements
Subject Handicraft
Category Text
EBook-No. 51315
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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