This resource contains all my KS3 Design and Technology projects for Term 1. It includes: a checklist, all the new vocabulary words that students will encounter during the term, What Am I Learning Toward (W.A.L.T), Mark Scheme for each unit according to three major skills: Observation and analysis (OA), Experimentation and development of ideas (ED) and Realisation and evaluation (RE) and Schemes of Work. I ask students once a month to review their checklist in order for them see if they are behind in any projects or have missed any projects when absent. The vocabulary list serves as an end of unit 'test' to see how well the students have assimilated the new words.

This resource is a complete 6-9 week KS3 unit on the planning and making of a bespoke jewellery box, in the style of a Fabergé Egg. It outlines and explains how students are to follow the design process in order to make a unique and individual ‘box’ using readily available classroom materials. The PowerPoint outlines the steps to make this ‘box’, while introducing the design process to year 7 students. It can also easily be used for Years 8 and 9 students too. As part of the design process, students will investigate and research the background of the project; specify a list of requirements; produce a design that meets the specifications; draw annotated sketches; build their own egg; learn to mold paper clay and finally evaluate the product. This resource contains quality teacher and student examples. This resource is EAL friendly as language is clear and is used in conjunction with visual imagery.

This resource is a complete KS3 unit spanning 4-6 lessons on the design and making of both the packing and the product for a “Peppermint cream” company. Could be used in conjunction with both the business and food technology classes. Perfect for low, high or mixed ability classes. This resource contains quality student examples and is also EAL friendly as language is clear and is used in conjunction with visual imagery. Worksheets are used in the planning of the peppermint cream company where students design the name, logo, slogan, packaging and product (2 lessons). Thereafter, they will construct their packing (2-3 lessons) and make their peppermint creams (1 lesson) according to their design. Students always enjoy this project as it incorporates some food technology and gives plenty of scope for individuality. This could be used as a group project as well.