Projects to make with children
Our most popular free project plans that you’ll enjoy making with, or for, children.
INTRODUCING KIDS TO WOODWORKING Whether it turns into a hobby or a career (or neither), many parents would love to see their kids try their hand at working wood. Melissa Martz shares her thoughts on introducing kids to the craft. |
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TOOLBOX Depending on your child’s level of skill, this toolbox project may be the perfect start to a life-long hobby. |
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PLAY BLOCKS A classic child’s toy – keep them ‘au naturel’ for those who go hand-to-mouth. |
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SPIN TOPS Easy to turn and fun to embellish equals hours of enjoyment. |
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WOODSHOPASAURUS REX A duo of dinos looking for just the right friends. |
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CLASSIC C CAB STAKE TRUCK It has wheels, it moves – the kids will love it. |
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MEMORY BOX Preserve those early childhood memories with this easy build frame. |
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HOUSING FOR THE BIRDS Invest in some real estate for a few feathered friends. |
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AIRPLANE As the propeller turns, imagination sparks, and in a child’s mind, they are soaring amongst the clouds. |
Thanks for the great projects.
I see several preschool type plans, but do you have any ideas for a pre-teen beginner? My grandson wants to do a project with me, but he is 11, going on 18! 😉
Thanks!
We have quite a few projects suitable for novice woodworkers. Here are links to a few: https://canadianwoodworking.com/project/make-a-recipe-box/ https://canadianwoodworking.com/project/make-a-rustic-coat-rack/ https://canadianwoodworking.com/project/build-a-step-stool/
You’ll find more by scouring our free plans: https://canadianwoodworking.com/project-plan/
I see lots of candy and gum ball despencing items on line but no available plans.Do you have any available ????
I see lots of candy and gumball items on line but no plans.Do you have any available???thkxdonb
Click on any of the links on this page Don – they’ll take you to a free plan. You can also go to our Free Plans page Don: https://canadianwoodworking.com/project-plan/