Guiding the next generation of children into whole-family education, life skills, and hands-on experiences.
The Empowered Builder
This beginner-friendly woodworking curriculum is designed to teach kids foundational woodworking skills while reinforcing essential academic skills like letters, numbers, and handwriting.
The Empowered Builder merges practical life skills, creative expression, and early education together in one comprehensive guide for parents, educators, and mentors who want to equip our next generation with confidence, capability, and craftsmanship.
Find out what’s included below!
What’s Inside?
Woodworking Basics
Kids learn real-world skills like how to hammer, drill, screw, clamp, glue, and sand— one skill at a time. The guide includes easy-to-follow instructions and safety tips throughout.
Learning by Doing
Lessons include woodworking vocabulary, handwriting practice, and basic math concepts (measuring, counting, shapes, & more), woven seamlessly into hands-on activities to make learning feel exciting & integrated into everyday life.
Guided Projects to Complete:
1. Build a Toolbox – Build their very first toolbox
2. Make a Birdhouse – Practice measuring, motor skill building, and assembling to create a functional piece for the yard.
3. Create a Planter Box – Combine accumulated skills into a final project that allows children to grow their own plants.
Ideal for ages 3-7, with adult supervision needed. Whether you’re homeschooling, leading a co-op, or simply bringing more intentional rhythms + skill-building into your child’s life— this curriculum delivers a foundation of handy life skills with real impact.