I did not plan to make use of this woodworking book, *TopFineWoodworking. Com* but instead curious about it. I had been truly amazed right after trying it. I was seeking to learn more about the art of woodworking, and was not disappointed. I found many topics such as wood types and designing your workshop.
After looking at kids’ tool sets filled with plastic JUNK, I went to HD this Xmas and filled a small tool tote with kid size REAL tools (stubby claw hammer, small screwdriver, tiny tape measure etc.) and gave it to my 3 year old granddaughter. She loved it! Always wants to help Dada around the house.
I'm a preschool teacher and almost from the beginning (1992) I've done woodworking with them. And, yes ! Let the kids struggle. They'll learn more and better ! Let the kids design their own project. Help them draw what they want and work with them until it looks (to them) like they want it to look. A great first project to learn about hammering is to give them a piece of something like balsa or basswood and let them hit the wood however they want. In the process they'll learn what it takes to drive a nail into a board.
My kid isn't quite this age, but I'm already trying to find excuses to bring her down to the shop -- I just love this, and really appreciate your approach. Gonna stick with small pieces and wood glue, maybe some photo frames -- at least until she's 4. Thanks for this video!
This is brilliant ! They love being with their dad and joining in - so lovely to see ! The look in JJ's mischeivous eyes at various times in the video ! My grandchildren like playing with wooden toys ( they are three ) and the latest one who is only zero ( actually born yesterday ) hasn't shown any preference yet - but their father is a carpenter so we have great hopes for their practical abilities ! We actually need children who can build an ark in the UK, with all of the flood water we've been getting - apparently it is all the fault of Texas who are sending us rain via the jet stream ! Yes a great, positive discussion about "starting them young" ! Thanks for, as usual, a really interesting video ! Just don't let your three glue you to the workbench !
Awesome video! First result after I searched "wood working for kids". My 7 year old son has been asking me for a couple of years, didn't know it was as easy as letting them have it sawing or banging on a piece of wood. Will try those simple ideas of a mallet or toolbox and work from there. Dad needs a bit of upskilling too!
Great video James. My students are the same age as your children and you're right on the money. It can be hard for adults to let go and work through the process and make mistakes, but it is so important! Woodshop for Kids by Jack McKee is great resource for anyone looking for ways to work in the shop with their kids.
Much obliged to the creator of this plan for sharing such awesome work of yours in an extremely moderate expense [Link Here== *TopFineWoodworking. Com* ]. The nature of the work and the materials far surpasses the cost. This is the best offer as such.?
I’ve struggled with this.. usually I’m attempting to accomplish something in the shop.. I’ll have to bring the boy out when I have no plans in actually getting anything done
ya. I have to understand that if they are in the shop I am only getting 10-12% done of what I normally would, but I am getting 100% more done toward teaching them about life.
Nice video! My 14 yo daughter, even though she’s normally too cool for her farty old dad, has been undeniably bitten by the bug, and my 9 yo mildly autistic son increasingly finds a real purpose in my shop. All they really need is to experience using something that they at least helped make, and, being the little credit-robbers that they universally are, it won’t be long before they want to boast of doing it completely by themselves! Sometimes, a little applied psychology can do most of the work for you...... 😉
My two year old (nearly 3)helps me turn the brace and holds things for me and she thinks she’s in control of where I drill holes and cut and she absolutely loves it, partner isn’t too happy tho how can I assure my partner that the hobby is safe with my supervision? She seems to think my daughter will lose her hand or kill herself
I let my daughter help glue down wood pieces on a mosaic stool she uses to brush her teeth. She always reminds me that we made it together lol 👍
That is so cool!
You are a good father. The best thing you can do is teach them how to work.
I love this video. My daughter loves spending time with my husband in the wood shop and she has a blast.
I did not plan to make use of this woodworking book, *TopFineWoodworking. Com* but instead curious about it. I had been truly amazed right after trying it. I was seeking to learn more about the art of woodworking, and was not disappointed. I found many topics such as wood types and designing your workshop.
After looking at kids’ tool sets filled with plastic JUNK, I went to HD this Xmas and filled a small tool tote with kid size REAL tools (stubby claw hammer, small screwdriver, tiny tape measure etc.) and gave it to my 3 year old granddaughter. She loved it! Always wants to help Dada around the house.
Love that!
Wood By Wright How 2 And because the tools are real, Mom and Dad loved it too since they can “borrow” them from her! 😂
I'm a preschool teacher and almost from the beginning (1992) I've done woodworking with them. And, yes ! Let the kids struggle. They'll learn more and better !
Let the kids design their own project. Help them draw what they want and work with them until it looks (to them) like they want it to look. A great first project to learn about hammering is to give them a piece of something like balsa or basswood and let them hit the wood however they want. In the process they'll learn what it takes to drive a nail into a board.
Thanks for sharing, I homeschool and I wanted to ask did you use a specific lesson plan?
So happy to see you training your replacement in the next 20-30 years.
My kid isn't quite this age, but I'm already trying to find excuses to bring her down to the shop -- I just love this, and really appreciate your approach. Gonna stick with small pieces and wood glue, maybe some photo frames -- at least until she's 4. Thanks for this video!
This is brilliant ! They love being with their dad and joining in - so lovely to see ! The look in JJ's mischeivous eyes at various times in the video ! My grandchildren like playing with wooden toys ( they are three ) and the latest one who is only zero ( actually born yesterday ) hasn't shown any preference yet - but their father is a carpenter so we have great hopes for their practical abilities ! We actually need children who can build an ark in the UK, with all of the flood water we've been getting - apparently it is all the fault of Texas who are sending us rain via the jet stream ! Yes a great, positive discussion about "starting them young" ! Thanks for, as usual, a really interesting video ! Just don't let your three glue you to the workbench !
Thanks Phill. some day they will gang up on me!
James, you’re a great dad!
Love, love love it
Awesome video! First result after I searched "wood working for kids". My 7 year old son has been asking me for a couple of years, didn't know it was as easy as letting them have it sawing or banging on a piece of wood. Will try those simple ideas of a mallet or toolbox and work from there. Dad needs a bit of upskilling too!
Sweet. Looking forward to seeing what you make.
Great vid.. So good idea.
You are a good father
Good luck
Great video James. My students are the same age as your children and you're right on the money. It can be hard for adults to let go and work through the process and make mistakes, but it is so important! Woodshop for Kids by Jack McKee is great resource for anyone looking for ways to work in the shop with their kids.
Thank you for the book recommendation
Awesome sauce
Thanks man! And Congrats on yet another first!
Perfect
Having three girls, and missing some of the opportunities with my oldest I look forward to using some of the tips with my younger two.
Sounds like a good time. Looking forward to seeing what they make.
Good video man
Top dad
Much obliged to the creator of this plan for sharing such awesome work of yours in an extremely moderate expense [Link Here== *TopFineWoodworking. Com* ]. The nature of the work and the materials far surpasses the cost. This is the best offer as such.?
Hi, can you please link Melanie's channel here?
I can't find it.
here you go. th-cam.com/channels/wqLHq3IOgYF2EsJxtvGfxg.html
@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thank you 😊
I’ve struggled with this.. usually I’m attempting to accomplish something in the shop.. I’ll have to bring the boy out when I have no plans in actually getting anything done
ya. I have to understand that if they are in the shop I am only getting 10-12% done of what I normally would, but I am getting 100% more done toward teaching them about life.
Nice video! My 14 yo daughter, even though she’s normally too cool for her farty old dad, has been undeniably bitten by the bug, and my 9 yo mildly autistic son increasingly finds a real purpose in my shop. All they really need is to experience using something that they at least helped make, and, being the little credit-robbers that they universally are, it won’t be long before they want to boast of doing it completely by themselves! Sometimes, a little applied psychology can do most of the work for you...... 😉
So cool. sounds like fun time!
Kids, pay close attention when dad shows you how to use the chisel! I have the scar from not watching😲
I am not kid, can i learn?
My son HATES doing LONG rip cuts and demonizing lumber.
My two year old (nearly 3)helps me turn the brace and holds things for me and she thinks she’s in control of where I drill holes and cut and she absolutely loves it, partner isn’t too happy tho how can I assure my partner that the hobby is safe with my supervision? She seems to think my daughter will lose her hand or kill herself
I'm working on a big wood project so I'm waiting to show my sister
Nice kides
I've tried this, but I think I was too safety conscious early on and was worried about them getting hurt so scared them, 😢. I'm still trying though. 👍
😊👍🏻👊🏻
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20ed.
I'm only ten
Looking forward to seeing what you make