Turn the clock back to a simpler time... cold lemonade in summer, evenings by a campfire, a warm blanket in winter.Fully-illustrated chapters feature the history and story behind more than thirty skills for you to discover and learn. Perfect for children aged 7+. <b>This book brings endless hours of fun and imagination</b>¿ Skills include how to grow your own tomatoes, how to sew on a button, how to use a compass and how to mend a sock¿ Fully illustrated throughout with step-by-step instructions and essential tips¿ This book offers a simple approach to learning a new skill or craft and encourages little ones to save money¿ Promotes sustainability and encourages creativity and craftsmanship<b></b><b>Words of praise for this book:</b>"They''ll discover that ''old-fashioned fun'' was more rewarding than playing with a phone" - 4 star review, <i>The Telegraph</i>"Jam packed full of things to do that involve looking at a screen" - <i>Karan Vickers-Hulse, Just Imagine</i>"This lavishly illus