Pencil Sharpening

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.