Toy-Making in School and Home by R. K. Polkinghorne and M. I. R. Polkinghorne

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Author Polkinghorne, R. K. (Ruby Kathleen)
Author Polkinghorne, M. I. R. (Mabel Irene Rutherford)
Title Toy-Making in School and Home
Credits E-text prepared by Richard Tonsing, Chris Curnow, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "Toy-Making in School and Home" by R. K. Polkinghorne and M. I. R. Polkinghorne is a practical guide to crafting toys, published during the early 20th century. The book focuses on educational toy-making techniques suitable for both school and home settings, aiming to provide children with the skills to create their own toys using simple materials. The opening of the text discusses the importance of handwork in education, positing that hands-on toy-making can enhance children's patience, resourcefulness, and creativity. It introduces a series of personal reflections from students about their experiences with handwork, emphasizing the joy and satisfaction derived from creating tangible projects. The authors aim to foster an appreciation for craftsmanship in children, guiding them through the process of making toys from easily accessible materials while promoting positive skills for their overall development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TS: Technology: Manufactures
Subject Creative activities and seat work
Subject Handicraft
Subject Toys
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EBook-No. 45775
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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