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The Toymaker (http://www.thetoymaker.com/)

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Cheerful paper toys to print and assemble.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this site features terrific, colorful content and no commercial messages, plus, it's free!

Educational value: Mostly meant for entertainment, but kids putting together the paper toys will learn something about arts & crafts.
Positive messages: The site's owner states on the home page that her goal is "to help grownups and kids spend time together making things."
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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  • Families can talk about how playtime was different before the Internet and computers. Do you think the Internet encourages kids to be more creative, or does it interfere with creativity? What activities would you miss the most if you didn't have a computer or Internet access?
  • Families can also discuss which of this site's activities kids like best and can share some of their favorite childhood crafts

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
The great thing about crafts is that they're fun to create -- and fun to play with afterward. From paper doll pandas to printable puzzles, this site's wide range of hands-on activities will appeal to kids who like coloring, drawing, folding, building, animals, magic, holidays, and toys ... so, basically, any kid! The site's design is refreshingly clean and simple, and the craft illustrations are lovely.
This review was written by Jean Armour Polly
 
 

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