Using a range of techniques to complete final idea
In this lesson, we will continue to make our final idea, beginning to construct it, testing that our mechanisms work and solving problems if they don't. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
Using a range of techniques to complete final idea
In this lesson, we will continue to make our final idea, beginning to construct it, testing that our mechanisms work and solving problems if they don't. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- measure, mark out, cut and shape materials and components with some accuracy
- assemble, join and combine materials and components with some accuracy
- apply a range of finishing techniques, including those from art and design, with some accuracy
Equipment
Card, paper, masking tape, paper fasteners, glue stick, scissors
Content guidance
- Equipment requiring safe usage.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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4 Questions
Q1.
What does the final design include?
A rough sketch of ideas.
The last thing you ever drew.
Q2.
What mechanisms are being used to make the picture move?
Folding card
Sliders
Q3.
What is a linkage?
Linkage is a rigid bar which moves around a pivot
Linkage is the fixed point which a lever moves around.
Q4.
What is an exploded diagram?
A detailed and finished drawing.
A picture which explodes.
5 Questions
Q1.
What are we designing?
A moving vehicle.
A poster with no moving parts.
Q2.
The design criteria says the picture must be ...
... an advert.
... colourful, big and static.
Q3.
What does being persuasive mean?
To give extra information about a mechanism.
To make someone do as you say by force.
Q4.
What do you add to the design to ensure your levers are controlled in movement?
Extra pivots
Longer lever
Q5.
What mechanisms are being used to make the picture move?
Folding card
Sliders