Working with geometrical shapes can be a fascinating, as well as educational, pastime-as this latest "easy-to-make" book by A. G. Smith proves. The noted paper engineer has created an intriguing collection of three-dimensional objects that not only helps youngsters develop their ability to work with tools and materials but also introduces them to a variety of geometrical figures.

With just a pair of scissors and glue (along with easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams), children can construct shapes ranging from the simple (cube, tetrahedron) to the complex (pentagonal prism, octahedron, cuboctahedron and icosahedron). Fun to play with, these eye-catching objects also make attractive decorations.

With figures printed in brilliant colors on sturdy coated stock, Easy-to-Make Shapes promises hours of inexpensive entertainment and an educational tour of the amazing world of lines, angles and many-sided figures.

Original Dover (1989) publication. 6 plates in full color. Instructions. Diagrams. 12pp. printed one side only. 9 1/4 x 12 1/4. Paperbound.