<p>What is DT? - A video link, PPT and mini activity pack explaining what sort of things are covered in Design Technology. Also included is a copy of the Design Cycle and a mini DT design and make challenge (using regular craft bits you have in your making trays) to help students remember the different areas of DT. Suitable for KS1, KS2 , year 7 and even teacher training inset.</p> <p>What the pack includes:<br /> • Link to a video on YouTube made by Happy DTing! - “What is DT?”<br /> • What is DT? Looking at different areas of Design Technology<br /> • A copy of the Design Cycle<br /> • Mini Challenge - What is DT? Mini design and make challenge<br /> • A mini list for each student to keep/use with their design &amp; make challenge, reminding them what DT covers</p> <p>Plus a PPT to accompany the activity pack.</p>

In response to the ever-increasing demands and pressures on primary teachers, the D&amp;T Association has produced a simpler, slimmed-down, more focused way of recording children’s progress in the subject.<br /> <br /> These two aids to assessment and recording progression include an editable Word file with all the assessment criteria for Designing, Making, Evaluating, Technical Knowledge and Cooking and Nutrition.<br /> <br /> There is also a simple Excel spreadsheet which allows you to record children’s progress from Key Stage 1 through Early and Late Key Stage 2 in D&amp;T. This contains abbreviated statements for you to record progress against each of the ten Assessment Criteria each two-year stage of development. Teachers will need to judge whether children are:<br /> * Emerging<br /> * Expected<br /> * Exceeding<br /> <br /> This allows you to quickly record and help identify the strengths and areas to develop in practice, next steps for planning and teaching, and support for individual children. This helps to build up a profile of the strengths and areas to develop for each child as they progress through school. The developing profile can be used to inform planning and teaching and to offer children the additional support or challenge they need in their next project. There is space to add notes as appropriate.<br /> <br /> The spreadsheet produces a numerical value to help indicate children’s overall achievement at any point in time. Where there is repetition in the text between assessment criteria, this is because children need to continue to revisit and deepen specific aspects of their learning across several year groups. Most assessment criteria will need to be considered over a number of projects and contexts.

<p>A whole school plan for DT objectives, including core concepts and progression within each of these. Perfect base from which to design your own DT curriculum. This was the start of my preparation for a depp dive.</p>

<p>Design and Technology Lower KS2<br /> This unit of work was written for a year 3 class but can be used for year 4 too.<br /> It follows from structures unit that pupils should have learnt in KS1 e.g creating photo frames or houses for three little pigs etc.<br /> The unit includes development of knowledge and skills from the programmes of study for DT in Key Stage 2.<br /> A complete unit of work with lesson planning, Powerpoints and resources. Visuals and photos included for clear instructions<br /> Design inspirations for shell structures e.g natural and manufactured as well as suitable designers and engineers.<br /> Opportunities to plan and make a shell structure e.g using 3d nets of varying design as well as CAD.<br /> Pupils will construct a sandwich box or a trinket box and evaluate on an ongoing basis to see if the design is fit for purpose.<br /> Pupils will develop understanding of technical skills and explore cutting, joining and strengthening techniques.<br /> Thank you for choosing this and I can assure you - it will save you many hours of planning.</p>

<ul> <li>Minibeasts - Art &amp; DT Unit of Work.</li> <li>6-week plan - fully editable.</li> <li>Ideal for KS1 or lower KS2.</li> <li>5 pages.</li> <li>Approx. 1 hour per lesson.</li> <li>In this unit the children will develop their understanding of shape, form, texture and the sensory qualities of materials. They will learn about the work of sculptors and about different kinds of sculpture, including those made of natural materials. They will also learn skills for arranging materials they have collected to make a relief collage and a sculpture.<br /> .<br /> <strong>Learning objectives:</strong><br /> .</li> <li>To identify the materials and processes used in making sculpture</li> <li>To record from first-hand observation and explore ideas</li> <li>To ask and answer questions about the starting points for their work, and develop their ideas</li> <li>To investigate the possibilities of a range of materials and processes</li> <li>To try out tools and techniques and apply these to materials and processes</li> <li>To review what they and others have done, say what they think and feel about it</li> <li>To review what they and others have done and say what they think and feel about it</li> <li>To identify what they might develop in their future work and what they might change</li> </ul>

<p>KS1 and KS2 Christmas jumper design templates. Have fun planning and creating a design for a novelty Christmas jumper!<br /> There are three different blank jumper templates for pupils to use and a design planning template to complete before starting the task. I have included a prompt sheet with ideas for the pupils to consider eg style of the jumper (neckline, sleeves), pattern or plain, colours and embellishments etc.<br /> There is a post design task on the design template where pupils ask for feedback from three other class members (simple questions are provided on the template) and revise their designs in the light of the feedback.<br /> A great activity for incorporating DT/Art into a Christmas theme.</p>

<p>KS1 and KS2 DT Plans</p>

<p><strong>Visual School Timetable Labels, Printable, PDF</strong></p> <p>These classroom timetable labels are such an engaging way of organising your day and planning which activities or lessons you’re going to do with your pupils. Each label has text and a useful image, so it’s easy to see what the school day will look like.</p> <p>Children who are only just learning to read, SEN or are visual learners will find this resource particularly helpful. Timetables provide structure so children know what to expect and teachers can plan and be prepared.</p> <p>You will receive 13 downloadable sheets of 40 different activity/lesson labels, including maths, English, history, geography, art, DT, assembly, break, etc. Also included is a sheet for you to write on the time for each activity, according to your individual routine. It is advised to laminate the labels in order to make them reusable. The days of the week have also been included in this set.</p> <p>How to use this resource<br /> To make your own timetable, download, print and cut out the desired labels, laminate if preferred, then arrange them in an order that suits your requirements. You could use them as a wall display or even in a child’s book.</p>

<p>12 School Subject Labels. Digital labels for you to purchase, download and print. Once you have downloaded the file, you can then print as many copies as you’d like.</p> <p>Digital downloads are quick and easy with no delivery costs.</p> <p><em><strong>THE WATERMARK WILL NOT BE VISIBLE ON THE PURCHASED PRODUCT</strong></em></p> <p>You will receive 3 A4 PDF files, each file contains 1 A4 sheet with 4 subject labels:<br /> English,<br /> History,<br /> Geography,<br /> R.E.<br /> Maths,<br /> Science,<br /> Art,<br /> Music,<br /> P.S.H.E.<br /> Languages<br /> Computing<br /> D.T.</p> <p>You can print them out on label backing sheets and then cut them out, or on normal paper and stick them to anything you like, including drawers, books, folders, cupboards, etc. You can also print them on normal paper then laminate. These labels are great for organisation, especially if you’re a busy teacher and could use them as a quick and easy way to label things in your classroom.</p>

Complete cross-curricula lesson with unique, written and graphic instructions that add an element of reading comprehension to this lesson if you wish. Children use different joins to secure and strengthen attachments and create an incredible 3D UFO with easy to source art/DT materials that can be found at home. Children then evaluate and reflect upon their work and the process of creation with a specially designed sheet that meets the new 2014 curriculum.

<p>Teacher input on how to design a nest for DT.<br /> Ideal for KS1 or lower KS2.<br /> Free activity to this input on my shop</p>

<p>This is an overview of DT from years1-6. Please see my other resources where you can access full medium term plans to go with this. This has been cross referenced with the National Curriculum.</p>

<p>Design Technology planning formats for KS1 and KS2</p> <p>These planning templates offer a clear pathway through any unit, with suggested questions and brief ideas of what to include in each part of the process.</p> <p>The templates do not cover any specific units but are available as a guide for DT planning.</p>

Complete lesson with easy to understand instructions and photocopiable mask templates. Simple everyday art resources are used creatively to create awesome masks your class will love, that are great for display or to inspire and compliment cross-curricula drama and writing. Starter, teaching input and reflective self-evaluation plenary worksheets are all included, plus an optional writing activity for early finishers. Included PowerPoint teaches children about Stone Age hair and hygiene, putting the lesson within an easily understandable historical context. Part of a 6 lesson complete unit of Stone Age art and design/DT available to buy from the TES.

This fantastic, complete lesson gives children the chance to develop a wide range of skills including vision, design, team work. trial and error, photography and reading comprehension all wrapped up in a truly engaging all-round highly creative learning experience. Written instructions are provided for the class to comprehend and follow, this element can be adapted to make the learning accessible for younger pupils. The lesson provides the opportunity to go outside plus an alternative if that isn't an option. PowerPoint includes brief lesson input with sculpture web and video link. Custom reflective self-evaluation plenary sheets are also included to ensure learning is reflected upon and success evaluated. Part of a 6 lesson art & DT unit designed to match local area study, nature or woodland topics - available to buy from the TES

<p>This is a pdf file from the Institute of Food Science and Technology. It contains loads of resources and weblinks for teaching nutrition, D.T, food preparation, science and so on.</p>

The framework provides steps for progression in children’s knowledge, understanding and skills. These include but go beyond the new programmes of study. Age-related expectations have been developed for KS1, early and late KS2, and early and late KS3. These are intended to help teachers plan activities which build on pupils’ previous learning and ensure an appropriate level of challenge.

<p>Subject knowledge organiser for KS1 and KS2 D&amp;T Cooking and Nutrition</p>

This complete lesson will easily produce some very detailed drawings that would be perfect for display and is very easy to teach. It comes with an extension activity for any early finishers and a reflective self-evaluation sheet for a plenary activity. Brief PowerPoint introduction introduces learning objectives, links to a video, and explains the difference between portrait and landscape. Perfect for KS1 or KS2 and differentiated by outcome. Part of a 6 lesson art & DT unit designed to match local area study, nature or woodland topics - available to buy from the TES. Also suitable for a discrete art lesson any time of year.

<p>Do you want to teach your students how to design and make their own strong structures using different techniques and materials? Do you want to introduce them to the concept of structures and how they are used in the real world? If so, this D&amp;T unit is for you!</p> <p>This pack is a complete unit that consists of six outstanding lessons that teach students how to build their own strong structure through construction. In each lesson, students will learn what a structure is, how to join and strengthen materials, and how to design, make, and evaluate their own structure. They will also learn about some examples of strong structures around the world, such as bridges, towers, and domes.</p> <p>This product is fully resourced and planned, with detailed lesson plans, PowerPoints, worksheets, and guides.</p> <p><strong>File Contents:</strong><br /> ★ 5 Lesson plans (Lessons 4 and 5 are combined)<br /> ★ 5 PowerPoints (Lessons 4 and 5 are combined)<br /> ★ Strengthening Techniques sheet<br /> ★ Joining Techniques sheet<br /> ★ Design Criteria<br /> ★ Design Sheet (Easier)<br /> ★ Design Sheet (Harder)<br /> ★ Proud Stars</p> <p><strong>Lesson Objectives:</strong></p> <ol> <li>I can explore how to make materials stronger, stiffer and more stable.</li> <li>I can explore and use different attachment techniques for materials.</li> <li>I can design a strong structure.</li> <li>and 5. I can build a strong structure.</li> <li>I can evaluate my strong structure.</li> </ol> <p><strong>You may also be interested in…</strong><br /> <a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12735336">MOON BUGGY Design &amp; Technology Unit - 6 Outstanding Lessons</a><br /> <a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks2-shelter-building-d-and-t-unit-5-outstanding-lessons-12652542">KS2 SHELTER BUILDING D&amp;T Unit - 5 Outstanding Lessons</a><br /> <a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12560877">POP UP BOOKS Design &amp; Technology Unit - 6 Lessons</a></p> <p>This unit is suitable for Key Stages 1 and 2 and can be used as a standalone unit or as part of a larger design and technology curriculum. It is a great way to foster creativity, skills, and knowledge among your students. It is also a fun and engaging way to explore the topic of structures and engineering.</p> <p>Don’t miss this opportunity to build your own strong structure with your students. Get your copy of this amazing product today!</p>