Heinz Alexander Bücher

Don't go to bed so early! You have school tomorrow. Said no mother ever! Can you imagine your mom saying this or suggesting you don't need to use a tissue when you could use your sleeve instead. In this comical look at all the things a mom is never likely to say, kids and parents alike will laugh out loud at what might happen if Mom stops being Mom. While she'll never encourage you to stop reading or eating your vegetables, kids know they can always count on mom to always want a kiss and hug. So get ready for story time reading to get a little silly with these hilarious everyday sentences that are the exact opposite of what you would expect a mom to repeat.

Explore the reaches of your imagination by combining art, craft, and mathematics to create the age-old geometric form of the polyhedra. More than 50 projects use just one center point to create shapes that are folded symmetrically and build upon each other. With easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, you can construct models from regular polygons, including equilateral triangles, squares, pentagons, hexagons, octagons, and decagons. These engaging projects require active, mental participation and can aid in reshaping familiar thought patterns as well as keeping your focus on the present moment as a form of relaxation. Also included is a wealth of detail on the subject of geometry. Once a requirement for entry into the philosopher Plato’s Academy, now geometry can be enjoyed by everyone with an eye for fun. The book includes a chapter of tips to create your own designs.

More than 60 unique symmetrical and colorful paper sculptures and ornamental designs. Learn paper folding techniques which will not only allow you to create your own unique designs, but will also help you develop manual dexterity and math skills.