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Hammer Saw Drill Woodworking: Build a Cat
Class experience
Intermediate Level
With video, I will show you step-by-step how to build a cat. You will use most of the tools and supplies from building previous "Hammer Saw Drill" projects. The video shows all the supplies you will need. You will measure and mark, sand and saw, dot and drill, and glue and nail. Just like you've done when building other projects. When it's time to decorate, you can get creative. What kind of cat will it be? A pet cat, a tiger, a lion, a cheetah? I'll give you suggestions for designing...
7 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1What Will You Need?This lesson shows what tools and supplies you'll need to build this project, and the three parts you will make.Lesson 2Make the First PartThis lesson shows you how to make the first part.Lesson 3Make the Second PartThis lesson shows you how to make the second part.Lesson 4Make the Third PartThis lesson shows you how to make the third part.Lesson 5Build ItThis lesson shows you how to join the parts.Lesson 6DecorateThis lesson gives suggestions for decorating.Lesson 7Maker ChallengeThis lesson includes a maker challenge.
Students will: -review safety guidelines -practice skills previously used -measure, mark, and saw one piece at a time for accuracy -use creative thinking to determine what type of cat it will be and decorate it
My "Hammer Saw Drill” woodworking classes have been widely successful with homeschool groups, in classrooms and grant-funded residencies for people with disabilities, in small-group classes in community centers, and with builders ages 2 to 100 in an intergenerational program. I created the woodworking book "Hammer Saw Drill: Woodworking Together" in collaboration with 40 children. The curriculum is designed to empower learners of all ages and abilities, building confidence and independence through hands-on woodworking skills, the responsible use of tools, and the promotion of creativity and problem solving. I have 30 years experience as an art educator, and have earned both an MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts with teaching licensure, and an MA in Early Childhood Education. My approach to teaching focuses on nurturing individuality, creativity, and discovery to help learners develop skills that enhance self-esteem. I love seeing how woodworking helps learners focus, brings them joy, and builds confidence. I keep my classes small in order to best assist each learner.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
I am happy to provide feedback on skills. Please send me a photo of the finished project.Grades Offered
I designed this class for a variety of abilities. Learners from ages 3 to 100 have taken woodworking classes with me and have included people with ADHD, ASD, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy.
I highly recommend learners first take "Hammer Saw Drill: Woodworking Basics" or "Hammer Saw Drill: Intro to Woodworking." I made this chair class with the understanding that learners have previous experience and skills.
Parents and caregivers, to ensure the safe use of tools, please supervise your learner. The experience may even strengthen your relationship. I learned woodworking from my father and it is still my special connection to him. Remember to trust children and let them use the tools independently. However, if any children have low muscle tone, they may need hand-over-hand assistance. I have done woodworking with preschoolers, older citizens, and people with a variety of disabilities. They can do it and most of them love it. Woodworking builds confidence, trust, and respect. If you have any questions about how to adapt for specific needs, please reach out to me.
I love working with children and integrating themes and different subject areas into my lessons. I have taught preschool, homeschooled my daughter, and tutored learners in math, reading, and writing (including handwriting). I have over 30 years...
Self-Paced Class
$15
for all content7 pre-recorded lessons
1 week of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Ages: 8-12