Origami Explosion: Scorpions, Whales, Boxes, and More!

Gr 4–9—Even folders who are all thumbs will achieve surprisingly good results by following the meticulous instructions in this well-designed series. Nine traditional origami projects per book are mapped out using more steps than is usual for titles of this type—and with less of the extraneous design frippery that can make craft instructions hard to focus on. A handy "Terms and Techniques" section at the beginning of each volume lists each basic fold (valley, mountain, squash, reverse, etc.) with detailed photographic and text directions. This reference section establishes notation that makes the guidelines for each project easier to follow and allows readers to flip back and forth as necessary. A bright and pleasing color palette and adorably styled pictures of the finished products add to the appeal of this series.