Re: Recycling old books from the library
Posted by Marilyn Brackney on 4/03/02
Why not make book safes? These are great for storing small valuables, and I keep one on my bookshelf with important information inside.
To make one all you need are a hardback book,utility knife, ruler, rubber band, and some white glue. If you're working with kids, the adult should do all the cutting.
Open the book. Leaf through twenty or so pages, and place the rubber band around the cover and pages to keep them out of the way.
Lay the ruler on the next pages, and cut through with the utility knife. Continue moving the ruler and cutting until you've cut out a square or rectangle section from the center of the pages. Remove the section and set aside.
Kids can glue the pages together on the inside of the square opening. Leave it open to dry for several hours. Kids will enjoy making these, and they'll have fun storing their special treasures inside.
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