Make the most of the festive season with this charming illustrated book from Angela Ferraro-Fanning, homesteading teacher and founder of The Arcadia Project in rural New Jersey, packed full of crafting ideas, baking recipes, and gardening projects—all perfect for Christmas! This book includes: Fun, wholesome crafting activities, like how to make a decorative garland from beads and string and reuse old holiday cards to create bookmarks, gift tags, and holiday decorations. Simple, tasty, and festive recipes, from two-ingredient maple syrup caramels, to decadent Christmas-morning cinnamon rolls. Nature-themed, festive outdoor projects that suit any space, such as how to attract a "Santa crow,” which leaves gifts in exchange for food, and how to grow your own elderberry plants. All the activities are broken down into steps, clearly explained and accompanied by AnneliesDraws’ adorable illustrations. This special book from Ivy Kids Eco will nurture creativity and deep connections with the living world, and will help young readers and families to celebrate the holiday season with screen-free, planet-friendly fun.