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A Question of the Arts: Can You Use a Chocolate Teapot (and other questions about craft)

By Mary Auld
Series: A Question of the Arts
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Uncover the mysteries of craft in this fun question-based book for craft enthusiasts aged 9 and up. How did humans get crafty? What hot dog can you sit on? And can you really craft an egg? Find out the answers to these questions and much more... Read More
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Uncover the mysteries of craft in this fun question-based book for craft enthusiasts aged 9 and up

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Uncover the mysteries of craft in this fun question-based book for craft enthusiasts aged 9 and up.

How did humans get crafty? What hot dog can you sit on? And can you really craft an egg? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!

With an engaging question and answer format, A Question of the Arts: Can You Use a Chocolate Teapot (and other questions about craft) draws young readers into the fascinating world of the arts. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of arts topics and busting some popular myths along the way!

The lively layout is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making the arts fun and accessible for every young reader.

Titles in the series:

A Question of the Arts: Architecture

A Question of the Arts: Craft

A Question of the Arts: Dance

A Question of the Arts: Film

A Question of the Arts: Fine Art

A Question of the Arts: Literature

A Question of the Arts: Music

A Question of the Arts: Theatre

Series: A Question of the Arts

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526329868

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 December 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wayland

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 206.0mm

Height: 264.0mm

Weight: 150g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Mary Auld is a writer of children's information books, working over a broad range of subjects. She has been actively involved in music from an early age, both singing and playing the flute, on an amateur basis. She loves making music in a group, be that in an orchestra or a choir. Whether making music or writing children's books, her aim is to share her enthusiasm and inspire readers. Mary Auld is a pen name for Rachel Cooke, who is an honorary fellow of the English Association, in recognition of her editorial work in children's non-fiction.

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