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After making picture frames the children were looking forward to the next activity which was going to be to make a model car. The first part was to cut a small block of wood using a saw and mortice block. The corners were then sawed off to make a "car shape", then sanded to make it smooth. Holes had to be drilled for the car axles. For this the children had to work with a partner cooperatively and be patient and helpful. They then had to saw a wooden dowel to the correct size for the axles and saw a cork into 4 circles for the wheels. The parts could all then be painted and fitted together when dry. Some of the children showed their models in the celebration assembly on Friday.
Posted by Teaching Assistants at January 19, 2009 4:22 PM
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It was good making my car. I play with it at home.
Posted by: Lewis Armitage at January 29, 2009 2:19 PM