working with wood allows children to appreciate a natural material, as well as giving them opportunities to use tools and learn skills. Some clubs are put off from trying their hand at woodwork by a lack of resources, time or playworker expertise. But why not have a go with these simple ideas?
Balsa aeroplanes
Soft, pliable balsa wood is ideal for children learning woodwork skills. It can be bought from model shops in blocks and sheets of varying thickness.
You will need
* Thin balsa sheets * Craft knife * Sand paper * Plasticine
What to do
1 Simply draw the outline of the body of an aeroplane and a separate outline of the wings directly on to the balsa sheet.
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