Easy Wood Carving for Children

Easy Wood Carving for Children is a wonderful introduction to the traditional craft of whittling, inviting children to get outdoors, work with their hands and discover what they can create from a simple piece of wood.

Frank Egholm guides young carvers through the basics, from choosing and preparing wood to learning simple carving techniques and, importantly, how to use a knife safely. With more than 50 projects, children can begin with simple ideas and gradually work towards more challenging creations as their skills and confidence grow.

The projects are varied and full of character. Children can carve birds, pigs, dogs, dolphins and other animals, make spinning tops and games, create jewellery and small toys, or craft useful pieces for the home and garden such as plant labels, picture frames, signs, pencils and coat hooks.

It’s a lovely book for children who enjoy being outdoors and making things with their hands, but it’s also an invitation for grown-ups to join in. Head outside to find a fallen branch, sit together with a handful of simple tools and slowly discover what might be hiding inside the wood. Along the way, children develop patience, concentration, creativity and dexterity while learning a practical skill they can continue to enjoy for years to come.

With 180 colour illustrations, clear instructions and projects graded for different abilities, this is a beautiful resource for budding woodworkers and adventurous makers aged approximately 6–99 year olds.

Pair it with our Kids at Work whittling tools for everything needed to begin exploring this wonderful hands-on craft. Choose the Whittling Peeler for a gentle introduction to working with wood, or the Carving Knife for children ready to progress their skills.

• Published: 16 Aug 2018
• ISBN: 9781782505150
• Book Format: Paperback
• 136 pages
• Author: Written by Frank Egholm, translated by Anna Cardwell
• More than 50 wood carving and whittling projects
  
• Projects for beginners through to more experienced young carvers with 180 colour illustrations
  

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