Excerpt from Boy Activity Projects
The amount of lumber and other material used has been planned economically, only commercial sizes of lum ber being used, yet care has been taken to make each article as strong as its particular purpose demands.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Amidst the burgeoning vocational education movement of the early 20th century, this book champions the inclusion of practical carpentry in manual training courses. It goes beyond the creation of cabinets and small items to address the need for practical carpentry skills in both rural and urban settings. The author recognizes the distinct interests of boys in towns and cities, offering a collection of projects that resonate with their world of play, recreation, and physical development. This book offers a diverse range of projects, from outdoor gymnasium equipment like parallel bars and hurdles to indoor apparatus such as chest weights and punching bag frames. The projects are designed to be both engaging and physically beneficial, promoting exercise and healthy habits. The author emphasizes the importance of physical activity for overall well-being, highlighting the benefits of deep breathing, improved blood circulation, and increased energy levels. Projects are presented with detailed instructions, illustrations, and bills of materials, making them accessible to woodworkers of varying skill levels. The author's emphasis on using readily available lumber and economical construction methods ensures that these projects can be undertaken with minimal expense. Whether for personal use, school gymnasiums, or community playgrounds, the projects in this book offer a valuable resource for promoting physical fitness and fostering a love of woodworking. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282385804_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282385804
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282385804
Quantity: 15 available