Hand-Craft: The Most Reliable Basis of Technical Education in Schools and Classes

"Hand-Craft: The Most Reliable Basis of Technical Education in Schools and Classes" by John D. Sutcliffe is an educational guide from the 1800's highlighting manual training and craftsmanship as key components in education. The book introduces Sloyd, a Swedish system integrating hands-on education through woodworking and mechanical arts to develop skills. It provides structured lessons, emphasizing practical skills through woodworking projects of increasing complexity for different age groups. The curriculum describes instructional models, with templates and exercises; also, it stresses the intellectual and moral value of manual training, claiming that these skills benefit students and society by creating a skilled workforce, bridging the gap between school and the practical skills needed for jobs.