toy making

Twelve-year-old Gil Goodson competes against thousands of other children at extraordinary puzzles, stunts, and more in hopes of a fresh start for his family, which has been ostracized since his father was falsely accused of embezzling money from Golly Toy and Game Company.

Gives instructions for making toys resembling robots using materials found around the house.

Gives directions for making several kinds of puppets and moving toys.

Presents step-by-step instructions for making floating toys using inexpensive and readily available materials such as crayons, pipe cleaners, egg carton lids, scissors, and glue.

Instructions for designing and building tops and yo-yos in different shapes and with various materials.

Simple instructions for making such toys and games as a periscope, monster checkers, rubber tire swing, and box submarine with control panel and torpedoes.

Provides instructions for making a variety of crafts, toys, and gifts, including a funny-face pot, glove puppet, painted T-shirt, and garden statue.

Demonstrates how to make such games as miniature golf, six-man morris, and even a "trip kit" with tic-tac-toe and solitaire for long rides.

Explains various types of stitching, describes materials, and provides step-by-step instructions for making two teddy bears and several items of clothing for them.

Introduces scientific principles through toys made of paper, cardboard, and household items.