| Carving for Kids: An Introduction to Woodcarving Contributor(s): Trudel, Robin Edward (Author) |
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ISBN: 1933502029 ISBN-13: 9781933502021 Publisher: Linden Publishing OUR PRICE: $15.26 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2006 Annotation: 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 emphasized, 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 coordination and confidence as young carvers turn out unique handicrafts. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Carving - Crafts & Hobbies | Crafts For Children - Crafts & Hobbies | Wood Toys |
| Dewey: 736.4 |
| LCCN: 2006003717 |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.5" W x 10.9" (0.85 lbs) 95 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Spark your child's creativity with the beautiful art of woodcarving! Woodcarving is the perfect art for nurturing a child's creative spirit. Requiring nothing more than a few simple tools and a little inspiration, woodcarving allows children to express their imagination while fostering manual dexterity and a sense of accomplishment. Carving for Kids is a child-centered introduction to woodcarving with 11 skill-building projects for children ages 4 to 17. Carving for Kids emphasizes safe handling of cutting and carving tools, and all project should be done with adult supervision, but children will be able to complete these age-appropriate designs all by themselves. Ranked by age level, the 11 projects in Carving for Kids range from carving a name stamp (for the youngest woodworkers) to carving a face (for teenage craftspeople). Easy, step-by-step instructions guide children to the joy of coaxing shapes and figures from solid blocks of wood. Carving for Kids also provides information on computer-aided pattern-making, teaching children who face learning challenges, and methods for instructing kids of any age group, from elementary through high school. Carving for Kids is a great way for you and your kids to learn together--and you'll share your child's pride and confidence when you see your young carver create unique handicrafts. |