Want to learn more about working with wood? Woodworking projects teach skills such as measuring, cutting, nailing, and finishing. Create beautiful works of art using wood!
Objectives
- Mark, measure, cut, drill, and sand various kinds of wood
- Use hand and power tools
- Use nails, screws, bolts, staples, glue, hinges, and brackets appropriately
- Construct various kinds of joints
- Apply paints, stains, finishes, adhesives, and strippers
- Use safety practices when working with wood
- Understand lumber dimensions and enlarge a wood plan
4-H Woodworking Curriculum
Available from the Extension office or online at 4-H Wood Working Curriculum
Level 1 – Measuring Up
Level 2 – Making the Cut
Level 3 – Nailing It Together
Level 4 – Finishing Up
Woodworking Helper’s Guide
Member Publications
Available in the Extension office or online at https://pubs.wsu.edu
C0913E – Woodworking Record
National 4-H Woodworking Resources
State 4-H Working Resources