1 / 7Forest Craft: A Child's Guide to Whittling in the Woodland
Child's: Forest Craft is a children's guide to woodland whittling, with 20 projects, step-by-step instructions and photographs. It also introduces tools, timber and techniques, and stresses adult supervision for the activities.
At a glance
- Includes 20 projects such as kazoos, mini furniture, duck callers and rhythm sticks.
- Covers basic tools, recommended timber and beginner techniques.
- The listing describes step-by-step project instructions with photographs and woodland folklore.
Reference price: £17.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The project range gives children and adults a choice of small woodland craft activities.
- Tool, timber and technique guidance helps frame the projects rather than presenting them as instructions alone.
- Customer feedback highlights the ideas, illustrations and accessible layout and instructions.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | GMC Publications |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 7 Feb. 2019 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 160 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1784945005 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1784945008 |
| Dimensions | 21.44 x 1.52 x 26.04 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
What to know before buying
- The listing emphasises safety and adult supervision. Whittling involves tools, so activities should be undertaken with appropriate adult guidance.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families seeking guided woodland craft activities to do together.
- Teachers looking for project ideas for supervised outdoor learning.
- Young beginners interested in wood whittling and practical craft projects.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a book that supplies carving tools or timber. The listing describes guidance and projects, not a materials kit.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the range of activities and project ideas, along with positive impressions of the photographs, illustrations, layout and instructions. For families or teachers using the book for supervised making, clear instructions and visual guidance are practical benefits, although feedback does not establish how every project suits a particular child's ability.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as full of activities and project ideas.
- Feedback praises the photographs and illustrations, as well as the layout and ease of following the instructions.
Frequently asked questions
How many projects are described?
The listing says the book contains 20 projects, including kazoos, mini furniture, duck callers and rhythm sticks.
Does it explain tools and timber?
Yes. The description says it covers basic tools and equipment, recommended and unsuitable timber for beginners, and techniques used in the projects.
Is adult supervision recommended?
Yes. The listing specifically emphasises safety and adult supervision.
Are tools or materials included?
The supplied information describes them as topics covered in the book, but does not list tools or timber as included items.
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