Johnny has made up his mind to become a carpenter. He got interested when he first experienced making things in the industrial arts class in high school. Johnny decided to practice at home so that he would stand a better chance for getting an apprenticeship. So Bob, his father, set up small workshop in the backyard and together they create things. Bob likes making fibre glass fishing rods for himself and his fishing mates. Johnny sometimes helps out and other times makes items for Mary, his mother, for her stall at the market on Saturdays. Things like small coffee tables or book shelves which are quite popular.
When young people get the opportunity to develop their skills, then their passion is ignited and they are less likely to turn to drugs to get thrills. Creating things with their own hands is a thrill in itself, and gives them purpose and direction. It also prepares them for the future.
Learning his job, photo by Heriberto Herrera, Santa Tecla, El Salvador, http://www.sxc.hu/photo/784364
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