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• Aliki. How a book is made. NY: HarperCollins Children's Books, 1988. 32 p. (Trophy Nonfiction Book) ISBN:0064460851. In cartoon format the story of how a book is made is told, from idea to the printing press to the library. The illustrations are colorful and the text is simple, although there is a lot of information in this picture book for young children.

• Barker, Albert. Black on white and read all over: the story of printing / illus. by Anthony D'Adamo. NY: Julian Messner, 1971. 96 p. This is a history of the technology of printing from the Chinese invention of paper to an explanation of how this book was made. There are simple pen and ink illustrations and some photographs. The text is accessible to accomplished readers.

• Borgeois, Paulette. The amazing paper book. Reading, MA: Addison-Wesley Publishing Co., 1990. 79 p. ISBN: 0201523779.

• Brookfield, Karen. Book. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1993. 63 p. (Eyewitness Books) ISBN: 0679840125; 067994012X (lib.bdg.). This is a fantastatic picture book that will appeal to children of all ages. Beautiful color photographs illustrate short text entries in an encyclopedic treatment to all historical and technological aspects of the book.

• Buehr, Walter. The magic of paper. NY: William Morrow and Company, 1966. 95 p.

• Carroll, Jeri. My very first books to make and read: little books designed as a first reading experience for young children / Jeri Carroll and Kathy Dunlavy. Carthage, IL: Good Apple, 1990. 144p. ISBN: 0866535578

• Chapman, Gillian and Pam Robson. Making books: a step by step guide to your own publishing. Brookfield, CT: The Millbrook Press, 1991. 32 p. ISBN: 1562941690.

• Cobb, Vicki. Writing it down / illus. by Marylin Hafner. NY: J.B. Lippincott, 1989. 32 p. ISBN: 0397323263, 0397323271 (lib. bdg.). The histories of writing tools (paper, pens, pencils, and crayons) are presented in appealing colorful illustrations with a simple text.

• Cosner, Shaaron. "Paper" through the ages. Minneapolis, MN: Carolrhoda Books, 1984. 48 p.

• Falwell, Cathryn. Letter jesters. NY: Ticknor & Fields, 1994. 44 p. ISBN: 0395668980. A fun and colorful introduction to typography for young (and old) children.

• Fisher, Leonard Everett. Gutenberg. NY: Macmillan Publishing Co., 1993. 30 p. ISBN: 0027352382. This is a beautifully illustrated picture book biography of Johann Gutenberg and the early history of the printing press. Included are a map of Europe at the time and a chronological time table of Gutenberg's life.

• -------. The papermakers. NY: Franklin Watts, 1965. 46 p. (Colonial American Craftsmen) This is an account of the first papermakers that came to Colonial America and the first American mills. It shows the importance of paper to the new colony and its role in the revolution for independence. The text is accessible to accomplished readers.

• -------. The printers. NY: Franklin Watts, 1965. 46 p.(Colonial American Craftsmen)

• Fleischman, Paul. Copier Creations: using copy machines to make decals, silhouettes, flip books, films, and much more! / illus. by David Cain. NY: HarperCollins Publishers, 1993. 122 p. ISBN: 0060210524. This is a very cool book that shows you how with the help of a copy machine you can make flip books and more. A warning though: treat other's copyrights with a little more respect than recommended by the authors.

• Grummer, Arnold E. Paper by kids. (Rev. ed.) Morristown, NJ: Silver Burdett Press, 1990. 116 p. (Doing and Learning Books) ISBN: 0875181910. This is a well illustrated how to book on making paper at home. First, a simple method using household items is explained. Then, directions are given for making a more sturdy mold and press. Some explanation on "how it works" is given as well as creative suggestions. The text is accessible to middle grade children.

• -------. Tin can papermaking: recycle for Earth and art / illus. Spencer Rotzel. Appleton, WI: Greg Markim Publishers, 1992. 80 p. ISBN: 0938251015.

• Guthrie, Donna. The young author's do-it-yourself book: how to write, illustrate, and produce your own book / by Donna Guthrie, Nancy Bentley, and Katy Keck Arnsteen ; illus. by Katy Keck Arnsteen. Brookfield, CT: The Millbrook Press, 1994. 64 p. ISBN: 1562947230. This is a colorfully illustrated book that takes kids through the process from writing out ideas, types of books, editing, making the actual book, to promoting it. The text is accessible to younger, accomplished readers.

• Hunter, Dard. Papermaking in the classroom. (Reprint) New Castle, DE: Oak Knoll Books, 1991. 88 p. ISBN: 0938768247 This is a reprint of a classic, written for children by the eminent paper scholar.

• Kapuscinski Gaylord, Susan. Multicultural books to make and share. NY: Scholastic Professional Books, 1994. ISBN: 0590489216. This book was written for educators, but kids can follow the easy and clear instructions themselves. There are lots of cool books to make, from all over the world. Also includes suggested readings for more of a "taste" of the cultures presented. There are lots of illustrations too.

• Madama, John. Desktop publishing: the art of communication. Minneapolis: Lerner Publications Company, 1993. 64 p. (Media Workshop) ISBN: 0822523035. This book covers the elements of design and production of publications using computers. Specific programs are not covered. There are many color illustrations, most showing teenagers working on projects. This book is geared toward older children.

• Meyer, Jerome S. Paper. New York: The World Publishing Co., 1960. 87 p.

• O'Brien-Palmer, Michelle. Book-Write: a creative bookmaking guide for young authors. / illus. by Shannon Rubin. Kirkland, WA: MicNic Publications, 1992. 117 p. ISBN: 1879235013.

• Perrins, Lesley. How paper is made. NY: Facts on File Publications, 1985. 32 p. (How it is made series) ISBN: 0816000360. This heavily illustrated book first presents how modern machine made paper is made, then gives a short overview of the history of papermaking technology. The types of fibers used are illustrated and there is a glossary, a diagram on the "paper chain" and a discussion on unusual uses of paper.

• Purdy, Susan. Books for you to make. NY: J.B. Lippincott Co., 1973. 96 p.

• Robins, Deri. Making books / Deri Robins, Charlotte Stowell ; illus. Jim Robins. NY: Larousse Kingfisher Chambers, 1994. 40 p. (Step by Step) ISBN 1856975185.

• Smith, Elizabeth Simpson. Paper. NY: Walker and Company, 1984. 64 p. (Inventions that Changed Our Lives) ISBN: 0802765432 This is a history of papermaking technology, from ancient Egypt to modern day greeting cards. The text is accessible to accomplished readers. Black and white photographs and simple ink illustrations are included.

• Sterling, Mary E. Making big and little books / illus. Blanca Apodaca and Keith Vasconcelles. Huntington Beach, CA: Teacher Created Materials, Inc., 1991. 80p. ISBN: 1557341338.

• Suhr, Mandy. Making a book. NY: Thomson Learning, 1994. 48 p. ISBN: 1568471033 Follows the steps of creating a book, from researching the idea to production, showing how it's done commercially along with instructions and hints on making a book yourself. Includes a glossary.

• Taylor, Barbara. Create your own magazine. / illus. by Brett Brandon. NY: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc., 1993. 46 p. ISBN: 0806904259.

• Valentine, Malcolm. How to make your own recycled paper. Woodstock, NY: Arthur Schwartz & Co., 1990. 32 p. ISBN: 0855326700.

• Watson, David. Creative handmade paper. Woodstock, NY: Arthur Schwartz & Co., 1992. 80 p. ISBN: 0855217308.

• Weiss, Harvey. How to make your own books. NY: Thomas Y. Crowell Co., 1974. 71 p. ISBN: 0690004001. This author gives clear instructions and plenty of ideas to create all sorts of books. There are easy diagrams and humorous example illustrations. The text is accessible to children in the middle grades.

• White, Laurence B. Investigating science with paper. Reading, MA: Addison- Wesley Publishing Company, 1970. 123 p. This book gives simple instructions on making handmade paper and various experiments to try that exploring the properties of physics, engineering, and math using paper. The text is accessible to middle grade readers, although the some of the experiments can be carried out with younger children. The book is illustrated with simple line drawings.

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• The Art Room. Make an artist book. http://www.arts.ufl.edu/art/rt_room/sparkers/artist_book/artist_bk.html. A great introduction to artist's books for kids, with instructions on making a simple book out of a paper bag. Kid-friendly instructions with good diagrams. Includes links to other sites, a bibliography and lots of inspiration.

• Institute of Paper Science Technology. The American Museum of Papermaking. http://www.ipst.edu/amp/. This is a fascinating site to visit. Viewers move through different "galleries" on the history of papermaking, modern papermaking, Dard Hunter, watermarks and other topics. The text is very accessible. The color graphics are very beautiful. There is even a "guest book", a "movie theatre" and a "gift shop" is under construction.

• Oregon Public Education Network. Art of the Book. http://www2.open.k12.or.us/arts/book.html. This site is aimed at teachers, but offers directions for making simple books, plus ideas for writing and illustrating stories. Directions are clear and simple and there are good diagrams. Includes instructions for making paste papers.

• Paper Trails. Making paper at home. http://www.papertrails.com/page10.htm. Simple but clear instructions on making paper with household equipment. Illustrations of paper, but none of actual techniques. Good safety tips.

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• A visit with Denise Fleming. [s.l.] : Filmwerks Studios, 1992. VHS 25 min. "Caldecott award winning artist Denise Fleming discusses her works using the medium of pulp painting. She demonstrates her actual papermaking techniques."2

• Barrett, Timothy. Japanese style papermaking III : professional equipment and techniques. Iowa City, Iowa: University of Iowa Center for the Book, 1994. (Papermaking) VHS 39 min. Barrett demonstrates the traditional method of Japanese papermaking, from growing the fiber, harvest, and cooking to beating the pulp by hand and forming sheets using the mold and Su. Smaller children might find the narration inaccessible, but they will find the visuals very interesting (especially the beating and forming of sheets.) The other four videos in this series are rather technical and might not be accessible or appealing to children, unless they develop a keen and serious interest.

• Gallo, Frank. Sheet Forming and Pulp Preparation. Urbana, IL: The Pulpers, 1992. (Hand Papermaking Video Series ; v.1) VHS 12 min.

• Grummer, Arnold. Papermaking for Everyone. Appleton, WI: Greg Markim Inc., 1989. VHS 57 min. "Shows how to make paper with the pour hand mold, recycling, more."1

• Koretsky, Elaine. The last papermakers on the Silk Road. Brookline, MA: Carriage House, 1993. VHS 18 min. Documents "old" papermaking still being practiced in China." 1

• National Geographic Video. Living Treasures of Japan. Stamford, CT: Vestron Video, 1980. 60 min. "One featured "living treasures" is Ashiro Abe, a papermaker. The segment shows him making paper in his village."1

• Paper. Shawnee, KS: Kaw Valley Films, 1985. VHS 13 min.. "Examines the history of papermaking from ancient Egypt to the present day and describes the expanded use of paper during the last 200 years. Guides viewers in a step-by-step description of the paper production process and covers environmental issues papermaking."2<

• Paper and Dolls. New Canaan, CT: Diamond, Inc., 1992. (Traditional Crafts of Japan ; v.7) VHS. "Includes a 25 minute segment on papermaking in the Echizen Region of Northern Japan."1<

• Printing transforms knowledge. Los Angeles, CA: Churchill Films, 1986. VHS 52 min. (The Day the universe changed) "Host, James Burke. Describes the transformation of the medieval world, which had to rely largely on memorized knowledge and the spoken word, when Gutenberg discovered printing. Covers the increase in literacy, the secularization of learning, and the acceleration and systematization of knowledge. Also discusses the contribution that printing made to the Protestant Reformation and the beginnings of nationalism."2

• Recycle it yourself. Chicago, IL: Jack Schmidling, 1993. VHS 15min. "This video shows how to turn old newspapers into useful and interesting products using simple kitchen tools."3

• Strathmore Paper Company. Paper is part of the picture. Boston, MA: Cinema Graphics/Video One, 1987. VHS 30 min. "Describes processes and materials which contribute to different grades, weights, surface textures and finishes of paper, and explains them. Also provides a historical overview of papermaking."2

• Tell me a story: how a picture book is made. [S.l.] : American School Publishers, 1991 VHS 24 min. ISBN: 0070028486. "A live action video tour of the creative process of developing a picture book, from conception to the completion of an actual bound book."2