Lesson Plan Document: Week 5 - Introduction to Wood Types.
Week 5 Syllabus
Course Title
Intro to Carpentry for Teens
Duration
6 Hours
Learning Objectives
Identify different woods and materials used in carpentry
Materials needed.
Pieces of Pine | Oak | Cedar | MDF | Plywood
Stains for Worksheet #5 and 6.
Hour 1: Introduction to Wood Types
1. VIDEO #10 What is wood?
2. Worksheet #1: Best wood for each project
Hour 2: Engineered Woods
1. Read worksheet #2 to learn about plywood, MDF, and particle board.
2. Complete worksheet #3 – Material Budget Challenge
Hour 3: Wood Comparison Test
Complete worksheet #4 Wood Science Lab.
Hour 4: Sanding Techniques Practice
1. Video #11: how to use sanding blocks and orbital sanders
2. Students practice sanding on soft and hardwood pieces.
Hours 5 and 6: Finishing Practice and Project – Mini Wood Display Board
Video #12: stains, clear coat, and paints
Worksheet #5: Wood finish comparison chart. Students create a labeled board featuring 4–6 wood types.