Pencil Sharpening
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Preqs = Handling Sharp Objects
Nuts and Bolts
This activity teaches the child how to sharpen pencils.
== Presentation ==
# Carry the tray to a mat or table.
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# Have the child go to where pencils are kept and find one that needs sharpening. Remind her to carry the pencil carefully as was shown in Handling Sharp Objects.
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== Points of Interest ==
* observing the difference between the sharp and dull pencils
== Control of Error ==
== Variations and Extensions ==
* A small dusting brush can also be included with the work to help sweep the shavings from the bowl into the trash.