Boys' Make-at-Home Things
by Marian Elizabeth Bailey Carolyn Sherwin Bailey
Listen FreeFree AI audiobook with natural voice. No signup required.
About This Book
"Boys' Make-at-Home Things" is a delightful guide that encourages young boys to engage in creative and practical projects using materials readily available at home. Authored by Carolyn Sherwin Bailey and Marian Elizabeth Bailey, the book is filled with imaginative ideas that inspire resourcefulness and hands-on learning. Each project is designed to be fun and educational, fostering skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking. The engaging illustrations and clear instructions make it accessible for boys of various ages, promoting a sense of accomplishment and creativity.***The book emp...
Chapters (224)
- BOYS’ MAKE-AT-HOME THINGS
- PREFACE
- CONTENTS
- ILLUSTRATIONS
- THE MAKING OF TOOLS NECESSARY FOR WHITTLING
- HOW TO MAKE A PRACTICAL WORKBENCH
- WORKBENCH ACCESSORIES
- HOW TO MAKE A TURNING LATHE
- HOW TO MAKE A TOY TRAIN
- OUT-DOOR TOYS
- HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN DESK SET
- WILD ANIMALS YOU CAN MAKE
- HOW TO MAKE A SET OF MISSION FURNITURE
- TOYS THAT HIDE IN THE WOOD BOX
- THE WONDERFUL DODO BIRD
- A FLEET OF TOY BOATS
- HOW TO MAKE A PLAY TENT
- HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN TOPS
- THE FARM THE SCISSORS BUILT
- MORE BOX PLAYS
- A RECIPE FOR A NOAH’S ARK
- HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN UNIFORM
- JOINTED TOY ANIMALS. HOW TO MAKE THEM
- YOUR OWN CIRCUS
- BEAD WORK FOR BOYS
- HOW TO MAKE STICK PICTURES
- A TOY INDIAN VILLAGE
- CORN TOYS AND HOW TO MAKE THEM
- HOW TO MAKE A MARBLE BAG
- HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN SCHOOL BOX
- A HOME-MADE CHRISTMAS TREE STAND
- HOW TO WRAP CHRISTMAS PARCELS
- YOUR OWN WIRELESS RECEIVING STATION
- [v]
- [vi]
- [vii]
- [viii]
- [ix]
- [x]
- [1]
- [2]
- [3]
- [4]
- [5]
- [6]
- [7]
- [8]
- [9]
- [10]
- [11]
- [12]
- [13]
- [14]
- [15]
- [16]
- [17]
- [18]
- [19]
- [20]
- [21]
- [22]
- [23]
- [24]
- [25]
- [26]
- [27]
- [28]
- [29]
- [30]
- [31]
- [32]
- [33]
- [34]
- [35]
- [36]
- [37]
- [38]
- [39]
- [40]
- [41]
- [42]
- [43]
- [44]
- [45]
- [46]
- [47]
- [48]
- [49]
- [50]
- [51]
- [52]
- [53]
- [54]
- [55]
- [56]
- [57]
- [58]
- [59]
- [60]
- [61]
- [62]
- [63]
- [64]
- [65]
- [66]
- [67]
- [68]
- [69]
- [70]
- [71]
- [72]
- [73]
- [74]
- [75]
- [76]
- [77]
- [78]
- [79]
- [80]
- [81]
- [82]
- [83]
- [84]
- [85]
- [86]
- [87]
- [88]
- [89]
- [90]
- [91]
- [92]
- [93]
- [94]
- [95]
- [96]
- [97]
- [98]
- [99]
- [100]
- [101]
- [102]
- [104]
- [105]
- [106]
- [107]
- [108]
- [109]
- [110]
- [111]
- [112]
- [113]
- [114]
- [115]
- [116]
- [117]
- [118]
- [119]
- [120]
- [121]
- [122]
- [123]
- [124]
- [125]
- [126]
- [127]
- [128]
- [129]
- [130]
- [131]
- [132]
- [133]
- [134]
- [135]
- [136]
- [137]
- [138]
- [139]
- [140]
- [141]
- [142]
- [143]
- [144]
- [145]
- [146]
- [147]
- [148]
- [149]
- [150]
- [151]
- [152]
- [153]
- [154]
- [155]
- [156]
- [157]
- [158]
- [159]
- [160]
- [161]
- [162]
- [164]
- [165]
- [166]
- [167]
- [168]
- [169]
- [170]
- [171]
- [172]
- [173]
- [174]
- [175]
- [176]
- [177]
- [178]
- [179]
- [180]
- [181]
- [182]
- [183]
- [184]
- [185]
- [187]
- [189]
How to Listen
- 1. Click "Listen Free" above
- 2. The book opens in CastReader's browser reader
- 3. Click the play button — AI narration starts with word highlighting
- 4. Use "Send to Phone" to continue listening on your phone
FAQ
Is this audiobook really free?
Yes. "Boys' Make-at-Home Things" is a public domain work from Project Gutenberg. CastReader converts it to audio using AI text-to-speech for free. No account or payment needed.
What does the AI voice sound like?
CastReader uses Kokoro TTS, a natural-sounding AI voice. It handles punctuation, names, and dialogue naturally. Most listeners forget it's AI after a few minutes.
Can I listen on my phone?
Yes. Open the book, then use "Send to Phone" to stream audio to your phone via Telegram. No app download needed.