How to build a Child's Tool Box

One of the most easiest DIY projects to build is a child's tool box. This was one of the first projects that I did as a kid. So why not help you kids build one.

To build a child's tool box you will need to make these cuts

One 13-1/2" x 5" length of 1/2" thick plywood for the bottom
Two 14-1/2" x 2-1/2" of 3/8" or 1/2" thick plywood for the sides
Two 6"x5" lengths of 1/2" thick plywood for the ends.
One 14-1/2" of 3/4" thick Dowel Rod

The type of screws you will need to be #6 1-1/4" flat head screws. You are going to need at least 14 of them.

Construction for this project will be easy.

Use this image to help you mark where you need to cut.

All you need to do after the cuts are made is to drive the screws in to keep it together. you will need to use 5 screws for each of the end pieces.

After the ends have been screwed together, insert the dowel into the holes. The best way to glue the dowels is to take one end and stick it out and apply some glue and then slide it back into place.

Afterwards take some screws and drive them into the dowel from the top. The best way to do this step is to make a pilot hole and then screw them in. This is what your finished product should look like.

This was of the basic DIY projects that kids can do at the Kids Workshop at most Home Depots Stores. Here is a link if you would like to get your children involved in this type of fun activity. http://workshops.homedepot.com/workshops/kids-workshops