The Blacksmith

The blacksmith was a very important craftsman in colonial times. He made items from iron that were used in the home and on the farm and also made tools used by other tradesmen. Blacksmiths also made horseshoes and shod horses. This book brings the smithy to life through beautiful illustrations, detailed diagrams, and clear explanations. The Blacksmith introduces children to:
the importance of the blacksmith in a community
how the smithy was organized
tools and household implements made by the blacksmith
how a horse was shod
the education of the blacksmith
the work the blacksmith did for other craftsmen
an introduction to other metalworkers, such as the founder