4-Way Countdown Mathematics Game Box

I made this '4 (x24) Way Countdown Mathematics Game Box' for my grandson's teacher who wanted a more challenging game one than one with the 'standard) 10x10 'keys'.

It is made with all 'left over' wood in my garage. Turned out great.

Marc Swadener, Boulder, CO

The rules:

4 (x24) Way Countdown Mathematics Game

Countdown helps children with their basic math skills to see how they can come up with the numbers 1 through 6 (or 24) by rolling 2 to 4 dice.

• The game starts with all 'keys' in the downward position.
• Taking turns, each of 2-4 players roles the dice to determine which of their numbered key can be raised by adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing the numbers on the dice.
• If double (or triple, or quadruple) 6s are rolled, the player must reset his/her keys back to where they were at the beginning of the game.
• If a 5 and 6 are rolled, the player may either lift the 1 key -- as a result of subtracting 5 from 6 -- or choose to have his/her opponent's keys reset.

Redwood Rolling Bench

I made this redwood rolling bench about 15 years ago for my mother-in-law.  It has withstood the elements very well.  Recenty I rejuvenated it and hope it will last another 15 years
 
- Ron Bottorf; Springfield, MO

Scroll-Sawn Screen

I've been working on this off and on for over a year now. It's finally finished and won several awards at the Midwest Scroll Saw Trade Show this August. I had the pattern for 10 years before I worked up the nerve to start on it. This is a design by Robin Wirtz from Tulsa, OK. This was a challenge of my scrollsaw skills and I think it turned out
pretty nice.

- Pat Lupori; Tri Wolf Studios