02281cam a22003853u 4500 56751 UtSlPG 20260610134316.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 14018480 UtSlPG en iso639-1 TT Beard, Patten The Jolly Book of Boxcraft Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-03-16 Produced by ellinora, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Jolly Book of Boxcraft" by Patten Beard is a creative children's guide written in the early 20th century. The book invites young readers to engage in imaginative play by constructing toys and miniature settings using everyday cardboard boxes. It emphasizes the fun and resourcefulness involved in making playtime special through art and creativity, with a focus on creating a whimsical town called Boxville. The opening of the book introduces readers to the enchanting concept of "boxcraft," where ordinary cardboard boxes are transformed into a myriad of delightful structures and toys. The narrator recounts a visit from three fairies—Happy Thought, Nimblefingers, and Play—who inspire the creation of a toy town filled with buildings and accessories made from boxes. As they share various ideas and provide detailed instructions, children are encouraged to explore their creativity, turning rainy days into joyful and engaging experiences by crafting their own Boxville with a range of imaginative projects. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Children's literature Handicraft Toys Paper work Boxes Pattee, Elsie Dodge, 1876-1975 North, G. S. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56751 97582 97582