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Saw a slice from a fallen branch, drill a hole, and write a name on it. A first tool session with something to wear home.
How it goes
- Set up the saw station: branch clamped or held on a saw horse, adult opposite.
- Each child saws a slice about as thick as a pound coin is wide, glove on the holding hand.
- Drill a hole near the edge with a hand drill.
- Sand the face, write a name or draw a symbol in pen, and thread onto string.
Risk-benefit starting point
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Why it's worth it- A first real tool skill, with something to keep.
- Working in pairs: one saws, one steadies.
- Bow saw, Cuts to the holding hand residual: Low
- Hand drill, Pinched fingers; drill slipping residual: Low
- Fixed saw station with an adult; glove on the holding hand; branch clamped or on a saw horse.
- Slice held in a clamp or on a flat log for drilling.
- Saw blade covered and carried by an adult when not in use.
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