"An activity-based volume that introduces cultural crafts and performing arts from around the world. Features include a glossary, an additional resource list, and an index"--Provided by publisher.

Includes index (page 64).

What are crafts and performing arts? -- In stitches -- Basic stitching -- Learn to embroider -- Use batik to make a picture -- Weave a paper mat -- Origami -- Make origami paper dolls -- Make a paper lantern -- Paper cutting -- Native American pottery -- Make play clay -- Play with clay -- Make a clay pot -- Celebrating with crafts -- Make an owl piñata -- Music around the world -- Make musical instruments -- Moving to music -- Learn an Irish jig -- Theater around the world -- Stage an African folk tale -- Make costumes -- Many puppets from many places -- Make a sock puppet -- Stage a shadow play.