Different Types of Wooden Toys
You Can Make

Educational Wooden Toys  -  Construction Wooden Toys  -  Musical Wooden Toys  
-  Puzzles  -  Wooden Game Toys  -  Antique Wooden Toys  -  Automobile Toys
 
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Wood is only a board when
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may evolve into an
exclusive piece of furniture,
a wooden toy, or many
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Many woodworkers produce
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Safety, Material and Small
Tools
On successful completion of
this module the candidate
will be able to:
Explain why flex tapes are
popular measuring
instruments and introduce
other ways they can be
used.
Identify the importance of
workshop
uniform/protective clothing
and describe acceptable
working conditions.
Define the four attributes of
wood and show the name
the different hardwoods
and softwoods.
Describe a Particle board
giving its advantages and
disadvantages.

Sawing and Planing
On successful completion of
this module the candidate
will be able to:
Explain the terms
"crowning" and "tensioning".
Describe the following types
of saws: rip saw, back saw,
and dovetail saw.

Small Tools
On successful completion of
this module the candidate
will be able to:
Discuss the following chisels
showing what they are best
used for: the firmer chisel,
the bevelled-edge firmer
chisel, the paring chisel,
and the all-steel wood
chisel.
Summarise how a file is
used and the manner in
which they should be cared
for.
Investigate rules to follow
when drilling.

Hammers, Screwdrivers and
Miscellaneous Accessories
On successful completion of
this module the candidate
will be able to:
Examine the following
hammers and state the
purpose for which they are
used: the claw hammer,
the tack hammer and a
mallet.
Describe the characteristics
of three types of adhesive
that could be used in a
woodwork shop.
Introduce the various types
of sandpaper that can be
used to finish off a project
and state the use of each
type of sandpaper.

Joints and Projects
On successful completion of
this module the candidate
will be able to:
Discuss the method of
making a butt joint using
dowels for reinforcement.
Explain how mitre joints are
formed, their purpose and
how they can be reinforced.

Certification
On completion of this
course you will receive two
qualifications:

Qualification 1: Carpentry &
Joinery Diploma issued by
Stonebridge Associated
Colleges, entitling you to
use the letters SAC. Dip.
(Carpentry and Joinery)

Qualification 2: ASET Level
3 Carpentry & Joinery Award

All students will receive a
certificate in the mail on
successful completion of
their course.
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Here is the extract from the ebook "Fun Wooden Toys You Can Make".
 
    Types of Wooden Toys

Wooden toys offer unbridled enjoyment to your children. These toys do not move by
themselves; your child needs to make them move. Therefore, wooden toys help develop
imagination and creativity in your child.

The Many Different Types of Wooden Toys

Educational Toys: Wooden toys can teach your child anything from music to
mathematics to language. Wooden blocks with the alphabet of a language help them
learn the language. An abacus, normally made of wood, helps teach children the basics
of mathematics. Brightly colored toys help make learning an easy and interesting
process.

Construction Toys: Some wooden toys, like building blocks, help children learn to
construct buildings, animals, dollhouses, and the like. It kindles the imagination and
creativity in your children. These traits prove useful in later life. These toys help in the
development of various mathematical and memory skills in your child.

Musical Toys: Wooden musical toys like small stringed instruments and wooden drums
help develop musical and artistic abilities in your child. Your child hears many different
musical sounds and understands rhythm and musical chords. The auditory skills of your
child develop immensely by playing with musical wooden toys.

Puzzles: Different wooden puzzles form and develop logical abilities of your child. They
encourage your child to think of suitable ways to place the differently shaped puzzle
parts to create the ultimate formation. This helps channel the natural curiosity of your
child.

Children enjoy this type of learning and never feel any boredom. Buy appropriate
puzzles to suit the age of your child. Large and easily recognizable puzzles are most
suitable for young children while smaller pieces could prove challenging for a growing
mind to think and form correctly.

Wooden Game Toys: You can buy various wooden games and toys. They include
wooden chessboards and pieces, wooden carom boards and others. Wooden chess
sets may have metal tops and carry forth a distinct individuality. The games can help
keep your children occupied while traveling. Wooden boxes help prevent damage to the
chessmen.

Wooden Carom Boards are popular with children of all ages. This interesting and
intriguing indoor game can prove an ideal form of relaxation for your entire family. You
can play an interesting game with your children. The carom boards are available in
different sizes with playing area ranges of 24” to 36”. Wooden carom coins and strikers
help you play the game.

Antique toys: Antique toys are passed down from generation to generation. It is a type
of family heirloom. These toys help your children understand their heritage and learn to
value such traditions. Wooden toys retain their color and shape and can sustain the
ravages of time.

Automobile toys: Wooden toys are also available in the form of wooden trains, trucks,
cars, golf carts, helicopters, airplanes and other vehicles. These toys have various
relevant accessories like tool sets. They may be made of premium wood like maple. The
toys provide unlimited hours of enjoyment and fun to children of all ages.

These toys have clear designs and project a safe finish with rounded corners and
edges. The axles of the wheels do not come off. Some of these trucks, cars, trains and
golf carts have a small driver to get in and out of the toy vehicle.

Additionally, your children can set up an entire village by assembling all the different
types of toys. Wooden train sets come with many accessories like tunnels, bridges,
sheds, stations, and crossings. You can recreate a full scene of a train arriving at a
railway station or passing through various tunnels on the tracks. These toys sharpen
the skills of your children. You can create different layouts, tracks, and railway systems.
This helps your children develop various explorative skills and expand their imagination.
Ride on toys: Wooden toys are available as ride on toys like wooden horses. Rocking on
a wooden horse can provide excellent entertainment to your children.

Swings: You can hang a wooden swing in your garden for your little ones to play with
and enjoy. Big swings can provide entertainment for the entire family.

While purchasing wooden toys for your children, buy ones appropriate for their age. You
can buy such toys from the many different toy shops or from toy stores on the Internet.
Alternatively, you can also place an order for customized wooden toys to suit your taste
and preference.

Or, this book will help you to make your own.
 
The above is taken from the ebook "Fun Wooden Toys You Can Make".
 
    The Table Of Contents

    Important Safety Tips
    Wooden Toys – An Overview
    Growth and Development of Wooden Toys
    What Makes a Good Wooden Toy?
    Availability of Wooden Toys
    The Allure of Wooden Toys
    Magnetic Appeal of Wooden Toys
    Why You Should Have Wooden Toys for Your Child?
    Types of Wooden Toys
    The Many Different Types of Wooden Toys
    Children's Traditional Wooden Toys
    Rocking Horses - an Ideal Gift for Any Child
    Where to Place a Rocking Horse
    Other Wooden Toys
    Children's Modern Wooden Toys
    The Art of Making a Wooden Toy
    Procedure
    How to Build a Pull along Wooden Toy
    How to Make a Pull along Wooden Duck
    Where to Start
    Building a Wooden Toy Car
    Materials Required for Making a Wooden Car
    Essential Tools
    Design of the Car
    Steps to Make Your Wooden Car
    Building a Rocking Horse
    Wooden Rocking Horses
    Tools and Materials for Making a Wooden Rocking Horse
    A Full List of Useful Tools
    Materials for Making Wooden Rocking Horse
    Get the Correct Type of Lumber
    How to Identify the Best Quality Lumber
    Standard Measurements of Thickness of Lumber
    Moisture Content of Lumber
    Cutting the Rocking Horse Pattern
    Sawing the Rocking Horse Pattern
    Routing
    Sanding
    Dowels and Drills
    Assembly
    How to Make a Wooden Puzzle
    Where to Locate Puzzle Graphics
    Essentials for Making Wooden Puzzles
    How to Make Interesting Puzzles?
    Useful Tips
    Building a Wooden Elephant Puzzle
    Steps to Make the Puzzle
    How to Make a Wooden Toy Spaceship
    Materials for the Wooden Toy Spaceship
    The Method
    How to Make a Wooden Toy Train
    Materials Required for Wooden Toy Train
    Instructions for Making Wooden Toy Train
    How to Make a Wooden Toy Helicopter
    The Body Parts
    Tools Needed for Making Wooden Helicopter
    Steps for Making Wooden Toy Helicopter
    How to Make a Toy Wooden Bug
    The Tools and Supplies
    The Parts of Wooden Toy Bug
    Procedure for Making Wooden Toy Bug
    How to Make a Wooden “Covered Wagon” Toy Box
    Materials for Wooden Covered Wagon Toy Box
    Tools and Other Accessories
    Instructions
    Tips
    Personal Message from the Author
 
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Take a look at what you will find:

  • The Many Different Types of Wooden Toys

  • Traditional Wooden Toys

  • Rocking Horses

  • Modern Wooden Toys

  • The Art of Making Wooden Toys

  • How to Build a Pull Along Wooden Toys

  • Where to Start

  • Building and Designing a Wooden Toy Car

  • Building a Rocking Horse

  • Wooden Rocking Horses

  • How to Make Wooden Puzzles

  • How to Make a Wooden Toy Bug

  • How to Build a Wooden Elephant Puzzle

  • How to Make a Wooden Toy Spaceship

  • How to Make a Wooden Toy Train

  • How to Make a Wooden Toy Helicopter

  • How to Make a Wooden Covered Wagon Toy Box

  • How to Identify the Best Quality Lumber

  • Cutting the Patterns

  • Routing

  • Sanding

  • Dowels

  • Assembly

  • Tools Required

  • Selecting the Correct Materials

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