Ikebana: Asian Arts and Crafts for Creative Kids

Using colorful illustrations this multicultural children's book introduces readers to Japanese Ikebana.Ikebana, the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging, has never been easieror more fun! This colorful, easy-to-follow guide will walk you through the steps of 10 different ikebana projects. Before you know it you'll be creating your very own unique and beautiful flower arrangements. Creating flower arrangements is a great way to explore this time-honored Japanese art form.Following the step-by-step instructions, you'll learn to arrange how to create:Kenzan Moribanaa basic style using a low, open containerNageire Ikebanaformal arrangements that balance length and weightSuiban (Water Platter) Ikebanathe earliest form of Ikebana, using a shallow platter filled with waterNatural Style Ikebanaarrangements that imitate natureOnce you've created your own arrangements, you can display them or give them as gifts, sharing a part of natureand your creativitywith the people around you.About the Series:The Asian Arts & Crafts for Creative Kids series is the first series, aimed at readers ages 7-12, that provides a fun and educational introduction to Asian culture and art. Through hands on projects readers will explore each artengaging in activities to gain a better understanding of each form.