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Stevens, Rob – Pathways: The Ontario Journal of Outdoor Education, 1996
Instructions on making a canoe paddle include types of wood to consider, choices of tools, how to determine paddle length, various designs, blade dimensions, smoothing, waterproofing, and storage. Explains how every aspect of the design is influenced by upper body strength, paddling experience, and personal preference. (TD)
Descriptors: Canoeing, Hand Tools, Handicrafts, Hobbies

Timmons, Virginia G. – School Arts, 1978
Wood is a responsive material that lends itself to the needs of the classroom. Younger students can design with wood, hammer and nails while older students may be introduced to incising, carving, and assembling in designing with wood. (Author/RK)
Descriptors: Art Education, Art Materials, Finishing, Hand Tools
Anderson, Susan; Hoot, James L. – Day Care and Early Education, 1986
Proposes woodworking as an appropriate play media for preschoolers. Points out the educational opportunities of woodworking and outlines the contents of a prospective "Carpenter Shop." Discusses precautions to be observed when children work with tools. (DR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Hand Tools, Play, Preschool Children

Brandhofer, Marijane – Young Children, 1971
The author presents practical, specific suggestions for hepling young children have successful carpentry experiences. Selection of tools and materials as well as guides for their use and care are included. (Author/WY)
Descriptors: Hand Tools, Instructional Materials, Preschool Children, Skill Development

McKeegan, Paul – School Arts, 1981
Outlines a wood carving project for secondary art students. Includes tips on materials and tool use. (SJL)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Hand Tools, Handicrafts, Sculpture

Kulla-Branz, John – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1984
Woodworking experiences based on a task analysis approach can be motivating instructional experiences for preschool handicapped children. The article presents sequentially ordered hammering and sawing skills adaptations for specific disability groups. (CL)
Descriptors: Disabilities, Hand Tools, Learning Activities, Preschool Education
1964
TWELVE HAND TOOLS BASIC TO WOODWORKING ARE ILLUSTRATED AND DISCUSSED WITH REFERENCE TO THEIR SAFE USAGE AND MAINTENANCE. INSTRUCTION IS ALSO PROVIDED IN THE COMMON USES OF DIFFERENT KINDS OF WOOD, HOW TO BUY LUMBER, AND HOW TO READ A DRAWING. EXERCISES ARE INCLUDED WHICH ENCOURAGE USE OF BASIC SKILLS IN SPELLING, WRITING, AND GENERAL MATHEMATICS.…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Drafting, Guides, Hand Tools
Kaylor, Robert; And Others – 1987
This courseware evaluation rates the Wood Programs software developed by the Iowa Department of Public Instruction. (These programs--not contained in this document--include understanding board feet, wood characteristics, wood safety drill, wood dimensions, wood moisture, operating the table saw, radial arm, measurement drill, fraction drill, and…
Descriptors: Computer Software Reviews, Courseware, Hand Tools, High Schools
Bergeron, Maida, Ed. – 1988
The Louisiana Crafts Program is an economic development program that strives to stimulate several markets for Louisiana craftsmen. This publication is a directory of juried Louisiana craftsmen of various types; it is intended as a source book for anyone interested in handmade crafts. It is divided into two sections: "Folk Craftsmen" and…
Descriptors: Ceramics, Craft Workers, Design Crafts, Folk Culture
Geatz, Joseph E.; Seefeldt, Carol – Man/Society/Technology, 1975
Descriptors: Construction (Process), Elementary Education, Equipment, Equipment Utilization
Naval Training Publications Detachment, Washington, DC. – 1973
The rate training manual provides information related to the duties required to operate and maintain pattern shop equipment and the manufacture and maintenance of shipboard patterns. The manual covers the range of information expected of the patternmaker rating and is designed for independent study by the student, supplemented by other sources…
Descriptors: Blueprints, Construction (Process), Equipment Maintenance, Guides
Van Brunt, Thomas – Speech Teacher, 1970
Describes nine books available from various publishers which are recommended for the reference library of a stagecraft teacher. (RD)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Books, Educational Resources, Equipment Maintenance
Olson, David Olin – 1969
The purpose of this study was to determine whether educable mentally retarded pupils could perform certain woodworking skills with a measurable degree of proficiency following instruction and training in the use of eight selected hand tools. Pupils were aged 11 to 15 years with I.Q.'s ranging from 47 to 83. Two groups were formed according to low…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Children, Doctoral Dissertations, Exceptional Child Research
American Industrial Arts Association, Washington, DC. Equipment Guide Committee. – 1967
A guide for planning new and revising existing industrial arts facilities which gives a listing of tools and equipment recommended for each of the major areas of instruction (automotive and power mechanics, ceramics, drafting, electronics, elementary, general shop, graphic arts, metalworking, plastics, and woodworking). General descriptions and…
Descriptors: Auto Mechanics, Ceramics, Drafting, Electronics
Pennsylvania State Dept. of Justice, Harrisburg. Bureau of Correction. – 1971
The document is the first of a series, to be integrated with a G.E.D. program, containing instructional materials at the basic skills level for the construction cluster. It focuses on wood structural framing and contains 20 units: (1) occupational information; (2) blueprint reading; (3) using leveling instruments and laying out building lines; (4)…
Descriptors: Building Trades, Construction Industry, Curriculum Guides, Hand Tools