SCHOLASTIC INSTRUCTOR MAGAZINE

As the Resident Crafter at Scholastic’s “Instructor” magazine, Jim researched, developed, and produced a collection of online videos to demonstrate original, educational, literary-inspired, and kid-friendly craft projects for parents and teachers.


Max Costume

Jim and his friend Dale show how to use newspaper and cardboard to make a costume for Max from “Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak.

“The Snowy Day” Collage

Jim and his friend Eva show how to use scrap paper, crayons, and watercolors to create original art inspired by “The Snowy Day” by Ezra Jack Keats.

Clifford Party Hats

Jim and his good friend Daniella show how to use cut paper shapes and a Sharpie marker to make party hats that look like Clifford the Big Red Dog.

Six-Pack Ring Snowflakes

Jim and his friend Faith show how to use recycled six-pack rings to create beautiful, simple, snowflake decorations.

Faux Stained Glass Mobile

Jim and his friend Louis show how to use crayon shavings and wax paper to create colorful, faux “stained glass” that is easily cut into shapes to make a fun mobile.

Holiday Potpourri Gift

Jim and his friend Samantha show how to create sachets of dried orange peel and spices as a festive and fragrant holiday gift.

Egg Carton Flowers

Jim shows how to use recycled egg cartons to create a beautiful spring bouquet for Earth Day.

Bottle Cap Stamps

Jim shows how to use recycled jar lids, bottle caps, and self-adhesive foam to create stamps and use them to decorate a tote bag for Earth Day.

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