Kids ages 8 to 12 are in for hours of fun as they create realistic stand-up paper models of their favorite dog and cat breeds. With 20 sturdy templates and illustrated step-by-step instructions, children will love using paint, craft paper, and glue to bring Beagles, Poodles, Siamese cats, and more to life. This exciting hands-on guide encourages creative techniques like rag painting and pencil eraser dipping, while also providing suggestions for making fun animal accessories like water bowls, leashes, and pet toys.
Cindy A. Littlefield is the author of Pop-Out & Paint Horse Breeds and Pop-Out & Paint Farm Animals, as well as Horse Games & Puzzles and Sea Life Games & Puzzles. She is a freelance writer/editor who develops online craft and recipe content for Family.com, a division of the Disney Internet Group. She was previously a senior editor at FamilyFun magazine. She lives in Conway, Massachusetts.