Designed for crafters of all skill levels, this straightforward guide covers all the skills that scrollers need to make upright standing and interlocking puzzles. With step-by-step instructions; information on selecting the proper tools, woods, and blades; and techniques for transferring patterns and applying finishes; this guide includes everything the beginner needs to get started while instructions for creating custom patterns and designing an animal puzzle from a photograph provide additional projects for experienced scrollers.
The Toy Wizard's Favorite Scroll Saw Patterns for Toy Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures appeals to accomplished woodworkers as well as beginning crafters. What child (or adult) isnt thrilled over dinosaurs? The book contains 25 full-size, easy to make patterns of dinosaurs and prehistoric plants and caves, including cavemen. The toys combine to create an imaginative play set thats guaranteed to be a hit. Whether you use exotic woods or inexpensive pine thats stained and buffed by following the step-by-step instructions you can complete the entire set over a weekend.
This authoritative text provides a thorough awareness and a thoughtful appreciation of children's play for perspective teachers in early childhood education programs. As the primary text for courses in children's play and early childhood methods, or as a supplemental text for courses in child development, human development, and child psychology, it offers a skillful blend of research and practical teaching strategies. The many roles of the adult are discussed: preschool teachers, day care specialists, inservice professionals, children's librarians, hospital play group leaders, and parents.
