Little House Book

Designed by Susan Severson

Children can illustrate book reports with AccuCut shapes, such as this log cabin and one of the story's characters.

Key Concepts:

History, Journals, Literature, Reading, Writing

Grades:

3 - 6

Curriculum:

Language Arts, Library, Social Studies

Machines:

• MARK IV
  Roller Die Cutting Machine

AccuCut® Dies:

• Log Cabin #1 Jumbo
• Pilgrim Woman #2 Large

Other Materials:

• Marker -- Black
• Glue
• Writing Paper
• Staples, Paper Fasteners or Yarn
• Construction Paper -- Various Colors
• Crayons or Markers -- Multiple Colors

Tips:

You could use this shape in a report about Abe Lincoln's childhood or the lives of pioneer children.

Instructions:

1. Sandwich writing paper between two pieces of construction paper. Bind together with staples, paper fasteners or yarn.
2. Cut log cabin and glue to front cover. Outline with black marker and add details.
3. Cut pilgrim girl shape in skin tone color. Cut girl in other colors and trim with scissors to add dress and details. Add marker details. Glue girl to cover.
4. Write title and author.