Included with this item is the book  The Little Book of Whittling by Chris Lubkemann  Passing time on the trail, on the porch and under the stars

With a friendly, down-home style, this guide encourages readers to whittle away the hours. Great for beginners looking for an easy way to get started and more advanced carvers looking for a relaxing way to spend their time, this instructional manual provides 20 projects, including knives, forks, birds, animals, trees, and flowers. Chapters detail the proper whittling tools and materials, including what woods are best to carve, and how to start projects by selecting and safely sharpening the best knife for each project.

Also included with this item is a 2 blade folding carving knife.

Features both a chip and detail blade so you can carve any where, any time! The 1" long high carbon stainless steel blades offer excellent edge retention and inhibit rust. For comfort and control the high strength, ergonomically shaped handle is made of stainless steel with Pakawood inlays. Closed length of 3-1/4" and a slim 7/16" thick fits comfortably in your pocket.

And, so you can get started right away, also included is a bundle of basswood, pine alder, poplar and mahogany wood (all marked) and 3 pieces of weeping willow.