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Communication Curriculum Units, These downloadable member-only units cover a range of aspects of communication. These units will be regularly developed and added to, creating a broad suite of resources to use in the classroom. 2D Drawing - this offers an introduction to 2D sketching techniques and mark making to communicate design intentions. 3D Drawing 1 - an introduction to 3D sketching using BLOX (a 3D construction cube) as an object for visual reference. 3D Drawing 2 - this resource explores 3D drawing including exploring perspective to create a greater sense of realism. Digital Drawing...
Member only Tasks and Activities, Focused Tasks FTs are where students are taught specific technical knowledge, designing skills and making skills. This may be a quick whole-class making activity, learning a new CAD programme, exploring polymers, or much more. Rock, Paper, Scissors Micro:bit - this FT will cover how students can make their own ‘rock, paper, scissors’ game that may form the start of a game design opportunity. 5-minute Modelling - This unit introduces the Soma cube puzzle using Tinkercad, teaching basic functions like move, duplicate, and group to create 3D shapes, with options...
Member only Tasks and Activities, Focused Tasks FTs are where students are taught specific technical knowledge, designing skills and making skills. This may be a quick whole-class making activity, learning a new CAD programme, exploring polymers, or much more. Casting - this Focused Task delves into the process of metal casting, specifically using pewter, and involves creating moulds through either 3D printing or layered MDF techniques. CAD - this Focused Task will use Siemens' Solid Edge (other CAD software packages are available) to create a single part bracket. Finite Element Analysis (FEA)...
Lamb FTs and IEAs, Available to members and non-members for a limited time! Focused Tasks FTs are where students are taught specific technical knowledge, designing skills and making skills. This may be a quick whole-class making activity, learning a new CAD programme, exploring polymers, or much more. Thick and thin line sketching - in this Focused Task students will learn how to use different line weights to add impact to their sketches. With worksheets to print / use also. Braille products - design and make your own braille adaptations for gardening...
Primary Progression posters, Primary Progression PostersSeptember 2016 A set of five posters outlining the progression from Key Stage 1 through Early Key Stage 2 and Late Key Stage 2 in the areas of Designing, Making, Evaluating, Technical Knowledge and Cooking and Nutrition. Progression frameworkThe revised National Curriculum was introduced in September 2014 without levels or level descriptions. In response the Association worked with the Expert Subject Advisory Group (ESAG) for D&T to develop the Progression Framework. The Framework provides steps for progression in children’s knowledge, understanding and skills. These include, but go beyond, the...
The case for decisiveness , Editorial for Designing 117 to be released in November 2020 I write this at the beginning of October and schools have been back for just over a month. At the time of writing the number of positive COVID cases is rising daily, university students nationally are finding themselves ‘locked down’ in halls and rented accommodation with the vast majority of learning delivered online, and schools are struggling as the number of positive tests in year groups forces school leaders to send year group ‘bubbles’ home to isolate and prevent further...
Exploring the "Inspired by Industry" Member-only Resources, Inspired By Industry is a set of free design contexts/challenges designed for Key Stage 3 D&T. Each focuses on a different area and is created with a real company or designer who have also tackled this or a similar problem. Each of these contexts contains a wealth of useful material including videos, worksheets, teachers’ notes. D&T Association members will also access a wealth of supporting units; focused tasks (FTs) and investigative and evaluative activities (IEAs). These editable resources are aligned to the KS3 National Curriculum and D&T Progression...
CREATE Education 3D Printer Loan Scheme, Delve into the exciting realm of 3D printing with CREATE Education's 3D Printer Loan Scheme. What's on Offer: Enjoy a 5-week loan of cutting-edge 3D printers, bringing innovation directly to your students. Spaces are limited and offered on a first come first serve basis. Benefits for Your School: Immerse yourself in the possibilities of 3D printing. Witness firsthand how this transformative technology can enhance creativity and learning experiences. Guidance and Support: Receive expert guidance on seamlessly integrating 3D printing into your curriculum. How to Secure Your...
Free D&T Resource Pack for Primary Teachers, Empower your classroom with this comprehensive collection of free key resources designed to support D&T teaching across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. Whether you're building confidence in early years, embedding progression across the curriculum, or adapting for inclusive learning, this pack offers practical, ready-to-use guidance rooted in best practice. Included in the Full Pack: D&T in the EYFS – Aligns D&T with all seven areas of early years learning, packed with hands-on tips, vocabulary development, and child-led exploration. KS1–KS2 Progression Framework – Clearly mapped...
Primary Engineer alum celebrated for solar-powered heated blanket, A Scottish schoolgirl has been recognised globally for her inventive solution to a pressing social issue. Rebecca Young, a former participant in the Primary Engineer “If You Were an Engineer, What Would You Do?” competition, was named one of TIME magazine’s inaugural ‘Girls of the Year’, celebrating ten young leaders making a positive impact worldwide. Rebecca first conceived the idea during Primary 7 in the 2022/23 academic year, inspired by the struggles she observed in her community. Her solution was both practical and compassionate: a lightweight heated blanket powered by...
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