The simple and beautiful art of woodcarving is adapted for children of
all ages in this introduction to coaxing shapes and figures from solid
blocks of wood. Requiring only a few tools and some inspiration, the
projects in this collection are perfectly suited to building the skills
it takes to work with wood. Safety and adult supervision are
emphasised, but children will be able to complete the age-appropriate
designs all by themselves. The graded projects range from carving a
name stamp -- for the youngest woodworkers -- to carving a face -- for
teenaged craftspeople. The book also touches on computer-aided
pattern-making, teaching children who face learning challenges, and
methods for instructing kids of each age group -- from elementary
through high school. With its quick results and cumulative
skill-building, learning to carve fosters hand-eye co-ordination and
confidence as young carvers turn out unique handicrafts.
Written by Robin Edward Trudel, Softcover, 94 pages
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