10. Build Your Carpenter’s Identity Board

Objective

Students will create a visual “identity board” that represents their introduction to carpentry, including their goals, favorite tools, safety reminders, and basic terminology they’ve learned so far.

Materials Needed

• Poster board or construction paper (11"x17")

• Glue sticks or tape

• Magazines (trades, DIY, construction)

• Printed images of tools, job sites, safety gear (optional)

• Scissors and markers

• Handout: List of basic carpentry terms and safety rules (for reference)

Instructions

1. Title Section: Write your name and the title My Carpentry Journey Begins

2. Career Corner: Add images or words that represent carpentry jobs you’re interested in.

3. Tool Zone: Choose 5 basic tools, draw or paste them, and label each.

4. Safety Reminder: Write or illustrate one important safety rule you’ll always remember.

5. Vocabulary Zone: Include at least 3 new carpentry terms and definitions you’ve learned.

6. Goal Box: Write one personal goal for the course.

Outcomes

• Students deepen understanding of course material.

• Encourages personal reflection and motivation.