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Woodwork Day / Sanding and Painting Wood Shapes

Sanding and Painting Wood Shapes

Children sand rough wooden shapes until smooth, then paint and decorate them as ornaments or gifts.

How to run it

  1. Hand out wooden shapes and sheets of sandpaper.
  2. Show how to sand along the grain until the surface feels smooth.
  3. Wipe away the dust and paint the shapes.
  4. Add details once dry and use as ornaments or gifts.

You will need

  • wooden shapes
  • sandpaper
  • paint
  • paintbrushes
  • damp cloths
Make it easier or harderYounger children can paint pre-sanded shapes; older children can add designs with a fine brush.
SafetySand outdoors, wipe dust with damp cloths, and watch for splinters.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Sanding and painting builds patience, fine motor skills and pride in finished work.

Fits these theme days

Woodwork DayCraft DayMother's DayFather's DayChristmas

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