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Toy Craft

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A practical handbook that teaches children and manual-training instructors how to make a wide range of wooden toys and small furnishings through clear, illustrated step-by-step directions. It covers essential shop practice — tools and equipment, layout and transferring patterns, jointing, finishing, staining, and simple tool sharpening — then presents graded projects such as wooden animals, doll furniture, carts, games, sleds, windmills, and wheeled toys. Emphasis is placed on adapting problems to ability, fostering constructive habits, and encouraging children to craft and repair their own playthings for learning and service to others.

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Leon H. Baxter

Leon H. Baxter was an American author known for his contributions to the field of craft and architecture, particularly in relation to children's projects. His notable works include "Boy Bird House Architecture," which offers creative designs for birdhouses, and "Toy Craft," a guide to making toys. Baxter's writings reflect a practical approach to crafting, encouraging hands-on creativity and engagement with nature. His books are appreciated by hobbyists and educators alike for their clear instructions and imaginative ideas.

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