Materials is an important aspect in the Graphic Products exam, but one which students often fail to answer properly. This resource explains the different types of graphic materials and prompts students to consider properties in a design context. The resource explains which materials are acceptable or not in the context of the exams and markschemes from AQA. Finally, students are required to consider the environmental issues surrounding different types of materials.

Contained is a resource to give students practice in the section A design question in the exam. The students are asked to design two types of packaging for aftershave. Students are then asked to develop a logo and present a final drawing. A vacuum forming question is also included.

A test around the work of the designers from the AQA Graphic Products GCSE specification. Can be used for revision. No markscheme supplied.

Research suggests that one of the best ways for students to revise for an exam is to engage in past paper practice, the more the better (Roediger et al., 2005). However, with the release of new specifications for exams comes the problem that past papers just don't exist, therefore giving students the opportunity to practice the exam and build confidence going into the exam is limited. This practice exam paper section A is designed to cover the content from the core technical principles of the AQA GCSE Design and Technology new specification and give students practice in answering questions in exactly the same format that they will face in their real exam. There are multiple choice questions followed by some short response questions and is out of 20 marks. This resource includes a markscheme written in the AQA style and a cover sheet in the same style as the AQA exam adding authenticity to the student experience. This question paper is also available cheaper in the whole exam resource which covers sections A, B and C. The author of this resource is a TES recommended author, and has been published by Harper Collins (CIS Design and Technology Student book and Teacher guide)

Research suggests that one of the best ways for students to revise for an exam is to engage in past paper practice, the more the better (Roediger et al., 2005). However, with the release of new specifications for exams comes the problem that past papers just don't exist, therefore giving students the opportunity to practice the exam and build confidence going into the exam is limited. This practice exam paper section C is designed to cover the content from the designing and making principles of the AQA GCSE Design and Technology new specification and give students practice in answering questions in exactly the same format that they will face in their real exam. There are short and longer response questions which test students ability to apply their knowledge to design scenarios. This paper is out of 50 marks. This resource includes a markscheme written in the AQA style and a cover sheet in the same style as the AQA exam adding authenticity to the student experience. This question paper is also available cheaper in the whole exam resource which covers sections A, B and C. The author of this resource is a TES recommended author and has been published by Harper Collins (CIS Design and Technology Student book and Teacher guide)

Research suggests that one of the best ways for students to revise for an exam is to engage in past paper practice, the more the better (Roediger et al., 2005). However, with the release of new specifications for exams comes the problem that past papers just don't exist, therefore giving students the opportunity to practice the exam and build confidence going into the exam is limited. This practice exam paper section B is designed to cover the content from the specialist technical principles of the AQA GCSE Design and Technology new specification and give students practice in answering questions in exactly the same format that they will face in their real exam. There is a mix of short and longer response questions and is out of 30 marks. This resource includes a markscheme written in the AQA style and a cover sheet in the same style as the AQA exam adding authenticity to the student experience. This question paper is also available cheaper in the whole exam resource which covers sections A, B and C. The author of this resource is a TES recommended author, and has been published by Harper Collins (CIS Design and Technology Student book and Teacher guide)

This is the first of three papers for students to practise the exam theme for the 2017 exam paper: 'Self-assembly decoration for a special event'. Students are given a moodboard on the theme of Chinese New Year and are required to develop a design for a self-assembly decoration for this event. Students also gain practise in presenting sequential instructions for assembly, and also a final presentation drawing. A typical evaluation question is included and the students are also tested on their understanding of social, moral, environmental and sustainability issues. The paper includes a markscheme. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA.

This is the second of three papers for students to practise the exam theme for the 2017 exam paper: 'Self-assembly decoration for a special event'. Students are asked to design a free-standing glue free self-assembly decoration for a school prom. The students are given design criteria and asked to develop two different designs on the theme. They are then asked to consider a print finish and then finally use grid paper to draw and dimension the pieces accurately. There is also an evaluation. The paper includes a markscheme. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA.

This is the first of three papers for students to practice the exam theme for the 2018 exam paper: ‘Fantasy paper toy characters’. Students are asked to develop nets for a 3 dimensional paper toy character and draw these nets onto grid paper. The students are also asked to produce a 3 dimensional presentation drawing and evaluate their design. The paper includes a markscheme, teacher’s notes, cover sheet and student design exemplars. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA. The author of this resource is a TES recommended author, is published by Harper Collins (CIE Design and technology book) and is a senior IB examiner.

This is the second of three papers for students to practice the exam theme for the 2018 exam paper: ‘Fantasy paper toy characters’. Students are asked to study some linkage mechanisms and asked to develop ideas for a kinetic fantasy toy based on a pirate theme. They are then asked to design a leaflet with instructions for assembly by a child. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA and comes with markscheme, student exemplar answers and teacher’s notes. The author of this resource is a TES recommended author, is published by Harper Collins (CIE Design and technology book) and is a senior IB examiner.

This is the third of three papers for students to practice the exam theme for the 2018 exam paper: ‘Fantasy paper toy characters’. Students are asked to design a finger puppet which can be attached to a child’s finger without glue. Students are also asked to design a free-standing theatre for a finger-puppet show. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA and comes with markscheme, student exemplar answers and teacher’s notes. The author of this resource is a TES recommended author, is published by Harper Collins (CIE Design and technology book) and is a senior IB examiner.

This is the first of three different papers produced as practice for the Graphic Products AQA section A question for the 2016 exam on the theme 'encourage young children to grow their own fruit and vegetables'. Contains questions to design and develop packaging for three plant pots, design a font and a symbol and produce a three-dimensional presentation drawing. Includes an evaluation question and two questions on materials. Paper designed similar to previous AQA papers. Markscheme and cover sheet included. Exemplar answers included for design questions. If you would like all three papers they are available as a set for cheaper. Feedback and comments would be great thanks.

This is the third of three papers for students to practise the exam theme for the 2017 exam paper: 'Self-assembly decoration for a special event'. Students are asked to design a free-standing self-assembly decoration for a school fair. The students are given design criteria and asked to develop two different designs on the theme. Students then have to draw a part of a display that reads 'School Fair' on a grid. There is also an evaluation. The paper includes a markscheme. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA.

This is a paper for students to practise the exam theme for the 2017 exam paper: 'A children's day nursery'. Students are asked to explain research methods and asked to design an educational children's toy using criteria given. Students also evaluate their design and an additional question on safety symbols is included. The paper includes a markscheme. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA.

This is a paper for students to practise the exam theme for the 2017 exam paper: 'A children's day nursery'. Students are asked to identify and explain design criteria for a children's product. They are then asked to design a product for a day nursery which promotes healthy eating and complete an evaluation. An additional design question is included on ergonomics. The paper is written and formatted in the typical style for this type of question by AQA.

This is the second of three different papers produced as practice for the Graphic Products AQA section A question for the 2016 exam on the theme 'encourage young children to grow their own fruit and vegetables'. Contains a question on ergonomics followed by a design question on packaging for a gardening tool for a young child. Students are then asked to design graphics for seed packaging and asked to explain how the seed packaging can be attached to their packaging for the tool. There is also a question on commercial printing. Markscheme and cover sheet included Exemplar answers included for design questions. If you would like all three papers they are available as a set for cheaper. Feedback and comments would be great thanks.

This is the third of three different papers produced as practice for the Graphic Products AQA section A question for the 2016 exam on the theme 'encourage young children to grow their own fruit and vegetables'. Contains a question to draw a development (net) of seed packaging and add text. Also a design question on designing a flat-packed seed sorter and symbols. There is an evaluation question. There are also two questions on materials and manufacture. Markscheme and cover sheet included. Exemplar student responses included for design question. If you would like all three papers they are available as a set for cheaper. Feedback and comments would be great thanks.

Research suggests that one of the best ways for students to revise for an exam is to engage in past paper practice, the more the better (Roediger et al., 2005). However, with the release of new specifications for exams comes the problem that past papers just don't exist, therefore giving students the opportunity to practice the exam and build confidence going into the exam is limited. This full practice exam paper is designed to cover the content from the core technical principles, the specialist technical principles and the designing and making principles of the AQA GCSE Design and Technology new specification and is out of 100 marks. This significant resource will give students practice in answering questions in exactly the same format that they will face in their real exam. Alternatively, this resource can be used as a mock exam. The exam is split into 3 sections, A, B and C with a markscheme for each. This resource includes a cover sheet in the same style as the AQA exam adding authenticity to the student experience. The author of this resource is a TES recommended author and has been published by Harper Collins (CIS Design and Technology Student book and Teacher guide)