A modern take on a classic woodwork project, creating a laminated curved lid pine box. This is a sequence of 7 lessons, each 2 hours long, with full powerpoint to accompany all learning. The lessons have a work booklet to complete, and also a modified version for SEND students. All resources are FULLY EDITABLE, in word or powerpoint format. You will need to install the font ‘Drafting’ (free download from dafont) There are extra step by step guide sheets to help too. Materials needed: 2 of 210mm x 70mm x 15mm pine, flexi/aero/bendy ply sheet and some thin normal ply. Outcomes are great, and there is significant learning throughout.

A KS3 project for either year 7 or year 8, with all presentations, booklet (including differentiated version) and scheme of learning mapped to PoS. Main focus of students: 1 - Investigate structure theory (tension / compression) through practical means and associated theory (CAD files included). 2 - Investigate material properties (wood, metal, composites). 3 - Design and then develop a small building for a school site (a stand alone study space). Initially individually, and then develop CAD models and card models as a small group. 3 - Present concept to rest of group, including ‘observation cards’ for presentations. Editable powerpoints and booklet enclosed.

Theory session on paper & board including printing, die cutting and registration marks. I usually do this over two weeks.

A Microsoft Word template (and an example) of a specific risk assessment. I have included an excel tracking grid of all needed specific risk assessments (for my school, you will need to edit for your own situation), which I used to allocate the writing of them amongst my team.

11 Slide powerpoint covering the necessary elements of theory for AQA GCSE Design & Technology. Lesson has a starter question. Main focus of lesson is a production line activity manufacturing a small laser cut slot together rocket as a class, then packaging in a carton. All CAD files (2D design) are enclosed to make up the parts.

A 17 slide PowerPoint addressing the product life cycle: introduction - growth - maturity - decline. The presentation includes case studies, connect activity and consolidation exam questions with a student facing mark structure.

31 Slide powerpoint covering the necessary elements of theory for AQA GCSE Design & Technology. This would cover 2 lessons. Lesson has a starter question, and further questions too. 2 worksheets outs are enclosed too.

A 17 slide powerpoint, which covers all key information on 3D printing (and also as a tag on, EPOS/PPC) Lesson starts with spaced retrieval (mechanisms this time), and consolidates with definitions.

A couple of worksheets based on Lego Mini Vehicles (simple Lego models). Children are tasked with drawing up the photographed model in isometric. At the top of the page I have modeled this task in simple steps. To draw, use thick/thin lines, and then render the models should take around an hour per sheet. File enclosed is a printable PDF and accompanying jpeg. I have other sheets available in this series, or a compilation package too.

A worksheet based on Lego Mini Vehicles (simple Lego models). Children are tasked with drawing up the photographed model in isometric. At the top of the page I have modeled this task in simple steps. To draw, use thick/thin lines, and then render the models should take around an hour per sheet. File enclosed is a printable PDF and accompanying jpeg. I have other sheets available in this series, or a compilation package too.

This is a template for 6 activities that can be used as a do-now (starter) for GCSE or even A-level groups. The powerpoint is fully editable, and I’ve enclosed answers for the sample questions shown in the notes beneath the slides if needed.

Powerpoint designed to cover the required theory for new methods of manufacture. 3 exam questions are also included. 15 slides - lesson includes maths starter, questions for show-me-tell-me boards and consolidation activity.

A 12 slide powerpoint covering all core knowledge required under this topic for AQA Design & Technology - Alevel. Slides include… Recall activity and starter question (on whiteboards) Definitions and legislation - HSWA, COSHH (inc. symbols), HSE PPE. Risk assessments (and how to write one) HW task focused on writing a risk assessment (applying the knowledge).

A 29 slide powerpoint covering all core knowledge required under this topic for AQA Design & Technology - Alevel. Slides include… Wood sourcing (worldwide) Hardwoods/Softwoods Growth / Grain Deforestation FSC Conversion (planking) Logging Heli-logging / feller-buncher Seasoning Planing Manmade & engineering timbers Various tools for working Knockdown Fittings Exam question.

A 17 slide powerpoint covering all core knowledge required under this topic for AQA Design & Technology - Alevel. Slides include… Starter question on mini whiteboards - spaced retrieval Polymers & codes Vac forming Thermoforming Line bending Injection moulding Extrusion Blow moulding (HQ & LQ) Compression moulding Rotational Moulding Laminating Calendering Exam questions. A couple of external inks to Focus software are included on key slides (but you would need a subscription for them to work). They aren’t essential to the slides/lesson, just complimentary resources.

A 13 slide powerpoint & seperate 13 slide printable resource covering all core knowledge required under this topic for AQA Design & Technology - Alevel. Slides include… Starter question on mini whiteboards - spaced retrieval (maths based) Thermoplastics LDPE – Low Density Polyethelene HDPE – High Density Poyethelene PP – Polypropolene HIPS – High impact polystyrene ABS – Acrylonite Butadiene Styrene PMMA – Polymethylmethacrylate PVC – Poly Vinyl Chloride PET – Polyethylene Terephthalate Thermoset plastics UF – Urea Formaldehyde MF – Melamine Formaldehyde Epoxy Resin A supermarket sweep activity. 3 exam questions with mark scheme.

A 34 slide powerpoint covering all core knowledge required under this topic for AQA Design & Technology - Alevel. Slides include… Starter question on mini whiteboards - spaced retrieval. • press forming • spinning • cupping • deep drawing • forging • drop forging • bending • rolling • casting: • sand casting • die casting • investment casting • low temperature casting (pewter). • metal inert gas (MIG) welding • tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding • spot welding • oxy-acetylene welding • soldering (soft and hard) • brazing • riveting • temporary joining methods and fasteners: • self tapping screws • machine screws • nuts and bolts. • milling • turning • flame cutting • plasma cutting • laser cutting • punching/stamping. 3 exam questions are included.