Handicrafts - Ani VeAmi

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The following lists various resources for handicrafts. Some of the books can be found at your local public library. The value of YouTube for learning new handicrafts should also not be underestimated. When in doubt, search for how-to videos. We hope these resources serve as a starting point in your handicraft adventures.

The groupings by age do not denote the difficulty level of the handicraft. They are more guides as to what age would be best suited for each resource, regardless of ability in that handicraft.

These are an assortment of the most common types of handicrafts. More categories will be added in the near future. Updates will be announced in the Facebook group.

If you need specific guidance on life skills to teach your child, we recommend Skill Trekker.

Calligraphy

Elementary/Middle

Fun and Friendly Calligraphy for Kids by Virginia Lucas Hart

Calligraphy Multi-Color Set – very thin specialized markers for calligraphy

High School/College

Learn Calligraphy by Margaret Shepard – start here! Explains how to do calligraphy and a brief history of the art.

The Calligrapher’s Bible: 100 Complete Alphabets and How to Draw Them by David Harris – a more intermediate guide. Has many calligraphy alphabets, including more modern styles.

Calligraphy and Illumination: A History and Practical Guide by Patricia Lovett – goes deeply into the history of calligraphy in Britain. Includes some information for the beginner, but dives more into advanced calligraphy.

Calligraphy Black Pen Set – traditional black calligraphy pen (made with beginners in mind) with a variety of nubs

Cooking

Elementary/Middle

Mom and Me Cookbook by Annabel Karmel

Cook Me a Story by Bryan Kozlowski

Cook Me a Rhyme by Bryan Kozlowski

The International Cookbook for Kids by Matthew Locricchio

A Smart Girl’s Guide: Cooking by Patricia Daniels and Darcie Johnston

Curious Chef Knife Set – ideal for cooking with young children. Knife set keeps hands safe, but lets kids cut for themselves. Recommended for ages 5+.

Curious Chef Collection – everything you’ve ever wanted to cook with in kid form. This set includes knives, spatulas, measuring cups, etc. Significantly more than the knife set, but may be nice for young cooking enthusiasts. Recommended for ages 5+.

Middle/High

Teens Cook by Megan Carle and Jill Carle

Teens Cook Dessert by Megan Carle and Jill Carle

Teen Cuisine by Matthew Locricchio and James Peterson

High/College

The New Basics Cookbook by Sheila Lukins and Julee Rosso

Sheila Lukins All Around the World Cookbook by Sheila Lukins

Bais Yaakov Cookbook by Bais Yaakov of Chicago – simple kosher recipes

Classes

Sur La Table has cooking and baking classes for kids and teens ages 8 to 17.

Williams-Sonoma has Junior Chef Classes for kids ages 8 to 13.

Gardening