[ROCKING ROOSTER.]
This very interesting action toy is especially suitable for children as young as two years of age. It is simple in construction and perfectly safe. ([Plate 51].)
The seat board is made 7/8" × 5" × 21". Measure 6" in from one end on both long edges, and at these points narrow the front end to 3-1/2" wide by sawing out a piece on both sides 1-1/4" wide.
Round the corners where the taper comes, also the other four corners of the top. Similarly, round the upper edge of the top.
The two rockers are made 7/8" × 4-1/2" × 18". Measure down 1/4" on the two ends, and from these points carefully sketch a free-hand curve with its highest point directly in the center of the lower edge. Be sure this curve balances equally and that the two rockers are exactly alike.
The rooster's head is made 7/8" × 6" × 10-1/4" and the outline is sketched upon it similar to the one shown on the drawing.
Cut out the features with a coping saw, taking pains to have the saw at right angles to the surface of the wood at all times.
A hole is bored in the head, for the handle, about 3-3/4" from the top and 1-1/2" from the rear edge. A 3/4" bit is used.
