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Curious George for the Curious Child
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The description below was contributed by: A visitor, on Jun 12, 2000 10:02:19AM

4 Star Idea Rating

Appropriate age group(s):
Preschool and Younger
Elementary School

Time needed:
Half day

Description:
This is an easy room in that all the decoration you need is in the bedding! For a family that doesnĘt have the time to do creative painting techniques but wants an adorable, unique room all the same, the Curious George room is ideal!

Materials:
Curious George bedding and secret cubby ottoman (snugasabug.net)

Child-sized club chair in red twill (pottery barn kids)

Twin size Thomas Bed in antique white by pottery barn kids

Large stuffed Curious George

Curious George alarm clock (etoys.com)

Yellow tab-top curtains (pottery barn kids)

Blue wooden curtain rods (pottery barn kids)

Folding screen with pockets for storing toys (pottery barn kids)

Gingham collage board in blue (pottery barn kids)

3 x 5 chenille braided rug in primary colors (pottery barn kids)

Instructions:
1. Set up bed and dress with Curious George bedding.

2. Put secret cubby ottoman next to bed to be used as a night stand.

3. Place toy screen in corner and fill with goodies.

4. Hang yellow curtains on blue rods.

5. Hang blue gingham collage board over the bed with your child? favorite artwork or birthday cards displayed.

6. Put braided rug at the end of the bed.

7. Place club chair on an angle in front of the toy screen.

8. Toss a big, snugly Curious George in the chair and put a stack of books on the floor next to him.

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