War Time Occupations: A Manual of Simple Constructive Work Suitable for Home and School (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Florence O. Bean

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484222880 ISBN 13: 9780484222884

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

A practical guide to simple constructive work you can do at home or in school, with ideas that connect busy hands to meaningful goals during wartime.

From easy crafts to structured projects, this edition helps teachers and students turn everyday materials into finished, usable items. It emphasizes clear planning, straightforward tools, and work that has both educational value and real-world usefulness. The focus is on producing quality, marketable pieces while supporting hands-on learning and serving a worthy cause.

The guidance covers how to select materials, organize work, and develop accurate cutting, pasting, and assembling techniques. It also demonstrates how to present finished work with pride, while encouraging safe, efficient classroom practice. Aims and standards guide the process, ensuring each item has educational value and practical appeal.

• Learn to plan and lay out projects with simple drawings and clear steps.
• Build a variety of practical items, from envelopes and bags to games like dominoes and checkers, using common materials.
• Develop basic craft and manual skills through cutting, pasting, and precise measuring.
• See how production quality and classroom organization contribute to successful outcomes.

Ideal for teachers, students, and clubs seeking constructive, meaningful activities that align with wartime needs.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484222880
• ISBN 13: 9780484222884
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 52