IIo Gardening 
of earth out and away from the body, and the position 
of the left hand does not allow him to turn the fork and 
soil over with ease. 
The student at the right is using the ball of the foot 
to force the spade into the ground. He stands in a posi- 
tion to swing the left hand down to the side quite 
naturally and thus lift the earth and turn it over with the 
hands separated at each side of the body, giving excellent 
leverage, perfect balance of the body, and an easy, swing- 
ing motion. His task will not be unduly tiresome, and 
his work will be effective. 
The art of correctly using garden tools can be acquired 
only by practice, but a practical demonstration by 
an expert will greatly aid the beginner in getting 
started right. Some gardeners can use a hoe or rake 
all day without becoming very tired. Watch such 
gardeners and learn to handle your tools in the right 
way. 
When such tools as the hoe and rake are laid down in 
the garden, the cutting edge or teeth should be turned 
downward. If they are left with edge or teeth upward, 
children may step or fall upon them and be seriously 
injured. 
Questions 
Why is it best to buy only well-made tools for garden work? 
What are the two most necessary garden tools? What other tools 
and accessories are useful in the home or school garden? What 
tools are used for cultivation, and how are they used? How should 
tools be cared for? Why is it important to learn the right ways 
of using tools? 
