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Welcome to my shop! I am a Secondary School teacher based in Reading UK. I am an experienced Construction teacher with a passion for vocational subjects. I also teach Design Technology and Engineering. Please have a look at my resources.

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Welcome to my shop! I am a Secondary School teacher based in Reading UK. I am an experienced Construction teacher with a passion for vocational subjects. I also teach Design Technology and Engineering. Please have a look at my resources.
Weather and Structures Lesson & Activities ( Construction/ Engineering)
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Weather and Structures Lesson & Activities ( Construction/ Engineering)

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Lesson Powerpoint and activities for teaching students about natural forces such as weather and how this effects structures. This could be used in an Engineering/ Construction/ Built Environment course or as a one off lesson. A fun topic that students enjoy- they are fascinated by natural disasters. This resource includes: Leveled WALT and WILF (Learning Objectives) Starter, main and student research and presentation to class task (printable worksheets within powerpoint) Exit Ticket Lots of visual stimuli This lesson is part of a whole unit of work on Structures and the Built Environment which can be purchased as a bundle in my shop :)
Dome Structure & Geodesic Design (Construction/ Engineering)
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Dome Structure & Geodesic Design (Construction/ Engineering)

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Lesson Powerpoint and activities for teaching about domes and geodesic design . This could be used in an Engineering/ Construction/ Built Environment course or as a one off lesson. This resource includes: Leveled WALT and WILF (Learning Objectives) Starter, main and student research task (printable worksheets within powerpoint) Also includes a fun articulate activity. Lots of visual stimuli This lesson is part of a whole unit of work on Structures and the Built Environment which can be purchased as a bundle in my shop :)
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.4 Smart/ Composite Materials and Technical Textiles
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.4 Smart/ Composite Materials and Technical Textiles

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.4 Smart and composite materials and technical textiles. The Powerpoint covers: the different types of materials, their categories and their properties. All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) A great Pick a Mix material activity Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.3 Energy: generation and storage
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.3 Energy: generation and storage

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.3 Energy: generation, storage and choosing appropriate sources. The Powerpoint covers: Fossil fuels, power systems, renewable energy, A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology (GCSE 1-9) Core Content RAG Sheet/ Tracker
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Edexcel Design and Technology (GCSE 1-9) Core Content RAG Sheet/ Tracker

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A student/ teacher RAG (Red, Amber, Green) sheet that links directly to all the core content that students need to learn for the the exam in the Edexcel Design Technology (1-9) course. It links directly to to the specification and text book from the exam board and is a useful way for students to track their knowledge when it comes to revision but for teachers to measure progress…
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.2 Evaluating technologies
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.2 Evaluating technologies

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.2 Evaluatying new and emerging technologies to inform design decisions. The Powerpoint covers: ACCESS FM, Critical evaluation, Carbon Footprint, x4 R’s, Life Cycle Assessment A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.8  Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.8 Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective 1.8 Categorisation of Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals. The Powerpoint covers: Ferrous/ Non Ferrous, Mechanical and Physical properties, ductility, Malleability and hardness All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.12 Natural and Manufactured Timbers
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.12 Natural and Manufactured Timbers

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.12 Natural and Manufactured Timbers. The Powerpoint covers: Soft Wood, Hard Wood, Man made boards, hardness, toughness All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 Revision Activity
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 Revision Activity

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A revision activity linked to the exam unit 1. It covers the main objectives with key words and linked question. It could be used in lesson before mock exams or could be used as a home learning resource. Please look in my shop for further EDUQAS Construction resources. There is bundle with lessons and task for the whole of Unit 1.
WJEC Safety & Security in Construction UNIT 1 Teaching Powerpoint
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WJEC Safety & Security in Construction UNIT 1 Teaching Powerpoint

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The teaching powerpoint that goes with the workbooklet resource. Lots of student tasks and information included - full lessons planned that match the assessment objectives of WJEC Unit 1 Health and safety in Construction. This will save you hours of planning! Please check out my TES shop for high quality construction resources including whole units of work for the new EDUQAS specification.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment  Unit 3 (New Spec) Booklet and Tracker
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 3 (New Spec) Booklet and Tracker

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**Unit 3 Constructing the Built Environment ** Controlled assessment framework booklet for students that can be fully adapted to choice of Scenario and Task. Excel tracker for controlled assessment tasks that links directly to the booklet. My aim is to create a whole resource package for the new specification as there currently are not any resources online. Watch this space and browse my shop for loads of other construction related resources. ** Please note this resource is available as part of my EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Starter Resource Bundle**
WJEC Engineering Unit 1: Engineering Design
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WJEC Engineering Unit 1: Engineering Design

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This is a student friendly powerpoint with lessons/ instructions and examples for students and teachers to complete Unit 1. The brief is the one that has been issued by WJEC (Re-design a phone charger) However it can be adapted to any brief you wish to set. The key areas covered are: Understanding the Brief Market Research Specification Design Ideas 3rd Angle Evaluation against Specification
Practical Skills Brickwork.  Vocational WJEC/ BTEC
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Practical Skills Brickwork. Vocational WJEC/ BTEC

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A student friendly PowerPoint that has multiple lessons and activities for students to learn theory and practical Brickwork. Lessons based on the requirements of WJEC Constructing the Built Environment but can be used for any Level 2 Construction course. The following Topics are covered: Anatomy of a Brick Brick Bonds PPE Half Bricks Tools Setting Out Planning Evaluation of Practical Attached are also some in class activities.
Plumbing Project Booklet - Construction
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Plumbing Project Booklet - Construction

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A student booklet designed for a plumbing project that can last 15 lessons. Copper pipe plumbing a letter or number. Soldering, pipe bending etc Each page has tasks which are linked to the teaching powerpoint and the practical lessons are also broken down inside so students understand what they need to do. At the end of each page their is an option for the students to self access against a pre-set criteria and this is linked to a quick and easy teacher assessment. Can be used as a small introductory project to a construction course or a different DT project for KS3 and 4
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment  Unit 1 AC1.1
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.1

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.1 The Sector Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment  Unit 1 AC1.2
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.2

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.2 The Built Environment Life Cycle Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
WJEC Safety & Security in Construction UNIT 1 Student Work Booklet
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WJEC Safety & Security in Construction UNIT 1 Student Work Booklet

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A student work booklet for the WJEC Constructing the Built Environment Unit 1: Safety and Security in Construction. Lots of different worksheets with content taking directly from the Specification and following each of the learning objective and assessment criteria in order. The booklet is full of different types of tasks and activities with lots of visual stimuli. Plenty of opportunity for student self assessment and teach assessment. This booklet will help students learn the key topics for the exam but also use it as revision later on and teacher can track knowledge. This is a resource very suitable for lower ability students. Topics Covered: Signs (RED, BLUE, YELLOW, GREEN, ORANGE) Risk Assessments Sub and Super Structure Fire extinguishers Permits to Work Hazard/ Risk/ Control Measure Security of Construction Site Health and Safety Legislation Responsibility of Employer and Employee This resource can also be purchased as part of a bundle with the Unit 1 Safety and Security powerpoint found in my shop!
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.8
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.8

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.8 Health and Safety Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.5
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.5

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.5 Building Structures and Forms Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.6
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.6

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.6 Sustainable Construction Methods Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle