A worksheet aimed at KS3 for a cover lesson, extension task etc.

A handy revision knowledge organiser for WJEC DT core theory on new and emerging technologies. Free resource but please leave a review :)

WJEC Textiles GCSE 2.1.2 (a) The properties of textiles fibres including, strength, elasticity, absorbency, durability, insulation, flammability, water-repellence, anti-static and resistance to acid, bleach and sunlight. Starter or Plenary activity: Can you match the properties to their definition

This is a one off cover lesson for KS3 DT Textiles aimed at Year 8 or 9. Please note that our students are allowed to use their phones to conduct research during lessons, which they will use to support questions 1-9. Students are tasked with designing a football kit for the world cup 2022 in Qatar (design a male/female kit). Lesson Objectives: • To be able to conduct a piece of research about a major event. • To be able to identify ‘care label’ instructions and recommend appropriate ones for an item of clothing. • To develop a sporting kit and explain all decisions made. There is also a very simple power-point which shows the Qatar logo in colour (resource printed in black/white to save money). As well as some basic information on care labels etc. I will update and jazz up the powerpoint when I get time and I will update this when it is done. Possible extension tasks could be to then design the shorts, socks a drawstring kit bag etc. Or an extension sheet on care labels?

Year 8 are doing a Cacti sculpture project. I have created this visual aid for their exploration task whilst exploring the various shapes and forms.

A presentation which supports a double textiles lesson, linked to the WJEC Fashion and Textiles specification. The lesson content covers the topic of Product Life Cycle from the Core Theory 2.1.1. The presentation is supported with a booklet which you can find on my TES page.

Honestly these are nothing amazing but I thought I would share. To support students with the Unit 1 exam H&C I have been creating mini mock exam papers (lifted from past papers) to test knowledge. They’re great for a lengthy starter activity or for use in a double theory lesson. Then using the answer presentation the students peer assess each others papers and write the marks on the front. I then test again a few weeks later and share the paper via google classroom. I’ve found it’s a good way to monitor progress and introduce them to exam style questions. When printing, print double sided but flip the edge of the second page (otherwise it’s upside down) and fold in half.

I produced this leaflet a few years ago for an interview on ‘Decorating Fabric Techniques’. I thought it may be useful to share. I have also uploaded the editable version on publisher. I have also uploaded the presenation which I created however, it is very basic. Along with the fabric properties/senses/ keywords starter activity. I printed these A5 landscape on card double sided. I then put them into an envelope with the labelled fabric swatches. Free resource but please leave a review :)

A mini mock paper that I have created to test Year 10 students on their knowledge and understanding of the core theory 2.1.1 (section a) Free resource but please leave a review :)

A great resource if you need a quick cover lesson for Art at KS3. The power-point is only basic but it can be further developed. The aim of the lesson is for students to design a shield to be hung at Cardiff Castle. They have a ‘live’ fake brief whereby their shield needs to represent Welsh Culture and Identity. I created the shield on photoshop. There are x3 versions for the students to select from and I got these printed onto A4 or A3 cartridge. For a cover lesson you may just want to print it on normal paper. At KS3 students already have a welsh culture and identity project so I have attached the visual aids which support students. They also look at a range of illustrators such as Quinton Blake etc. Students use fine liners and colouring pencils to create their illustrations.

A quick extension task when covering ‘Semiotics in Advertising’ Please feel free to use/adapt, however just leave a review! #teacherssupportingteachers #worklifebalance

A Bacteria and Food Safety Quiz used with Year 9 and GCSE. I have used this multiple choice quiz as a starter to test Year 9 on what they remember from Year 7/8 Food.

In response to the WJEC specification: 2.1.2: (a) Natural, synthetic, blended and mixed fibres

This worksheet is for WJEC Textiles (D&T) (a) Natural, synthetic, blended and mixed fibres The categorisation and working properties of fibres and textiles. The raw materials of textiles are classified according to their source. Natural polymers Animal polymers: wool/fleece – mohair, cashmere, angora, alpaca, camel (hair), llama. Insect polymers: silk. Plant polymers: cotton, linen, hemp, jute, bamboo, soya. Manufactured polymers Synthetic: acrylic, polyester, polypropylene, nylon (polyamide), elastane, Lycra, aramid fibres. Regenerated: viscose, rayon, acetate, lyocell (Tencel®) Microfibres – to include Tactel®, (Modal®). Fibre blends Mixed fibres The properties of textiles fibres including, strength, elasticity, absorbency, durability, insulation, flammability, water-repellence, anti-static and resistance to acid, bleach and sunlight.

In response to the WJEC textiles specification 2.1.2: (a) Natural, synthetic, blended and mixed fibres

A quick starter activity whereby students are given x5 fabric swatches labelled A-E and they have to evaluate and describe the properties of the fabric. The two documents are printed double sided onto A5 card and placed into an envelope with the fabric swatches.

A mini mock exam paper for GCSE DT students on the Core Theory Knowledge and Understanding This mini mock paper explores topics from Section A Technology Push and Market Pull Product Life Cycle Global Manufacturing Standards

A extension worksheet in response to the specification WJEC 2.1.2: (a) Natural, synthetic, blended and mixed fibres

*Free but please leave a review * Over 70 slides exploring 2.1.2 (a) Fibres WJEC GCSE The powerpoint works alongside my worksheets, knowledge organisers and exam papers. Also includes a range of starters and plenary ideas.

This is a homework task which will help students to apply the conventions of print advertising to their study of the set products and develop their analytical skills. As it is an older example, the Milk Tray advert will also help students to revise historical and social contexts relevant to the set Quality Street product. Students are to use the questions and prompts on the next slide to analyse the Milk Tray advertisement. Please feel free to use/adapt, however, please use a review! Thank you