Building A Doghouse

A while back, Sam came home and announced he had to do a big project for his agriculture class in school.  The project would be worth thirty percent of his grade.  He said, "I chose "build a doghouse," because I know Marty can do that with me."

He was very breezy and confident in Marty's ability to do this, but with good reason:  Last Christmas, Sam saw the giant doghouse that Marty had built for Aunt Cindy's great danes!

I reminded Sam he had to actually ASK Marty for his help.  Naturally Marty agreed, so the project was on.  Marty had an extremely rare Sunday at home this weekend, so we jumped on it.  First up was a trip to Lowe's for the supplies:

Then it was home and getting started.

Sam learned how to use a saw, measure accurately, and he got to pound nails.

He also has to fill out a paper detailing what he learned, what it cost, and things like that.  We will attach seven photos of the process to the paper, and his project will be complete!

Soon the project was done, and I'd call it a huge success!!

We do not have a dog, but Sam thinks the cats will enjoy the house if we "put a cushion in it." I think he's right. 

Great job Sam and Marty!!