Student Objective: Students will identify and describe the (1) differences between softwoods and hardwoods (2) research the various difference in tree appearance, texture, and cultural uses (3) observe various hardwood samples and try to identify them based on the descriptions they wrote in "Wood Types, Descriptions, and Uses."Career Connection: Occupations as carpenters, cabinet makers, etc need to manage the cost of material purchases and choose the best woods for the job (aesthetics, use, etc