Nursery

Reception

In this topic, children will

In woodland learning, children learn how to use a mallet

Year 1: Make a freestanding structure

In this topic, children will:

• Know what a structure is
• Know how to make structures stronger, stiffer and more stable and demonstrate this in their work
• Know how to join materials purposefully using a variety of temporary methods e.g. masking tape, glue, sello tape, staples
• Know how to apply their knowledge of structures to make a freestanding structure

Year 2: Make a finger/hand puppet

In this topic, children will:

• Know how simple 3-D textile products are made
• Know what a template is and use templates to create two identical shapes
• Know how to join fabrics using different techniques e.g. running stitch, glue and stapling and demonstrate this
• Know how to do running stitch
• Know different finishing techniques that can be used e.g. using painting, fabric crayons, stitching, sequins, buttons and ribbons  and demonstrate in their work
• Know how to apply their knowledge of stitches and finishing techniques to make a puppet

Year 3: Make a moving picture

In this topic, children will:

• Know the purpose of a lever and a linkage  and demonstrate how they are used to create movement in their design
• Know the difference between fixed and loose pivots
• Know how to apply their knowledge of levers, linkages and pivots to make a moving picture

Year 4: Make a night light

In this topic, children will:

• Know how electrical systems are used in their products
• Know what a series circuit is and demonstrate how to make a successful circuit
• Know the press to make the switch, press to break switch, toggle switch
• Know what a buzzer is
• Know what a bulb is
• Apply their understanding of computing to program and control their products

Year 5: Make a bird box

In this topic, children will:

• Know how to strengthen, stiffen and reinforce 3-D frameworks
• Know how to use a junior hack saw, g clamp and bench hook to accurately cut wood
• Know how to join 2 pieces of wood e.g. with wood glue, PVA glue, glue gun, hammers and nails
• Know how triangulation strengthens structures
• Know how to make a bird box based on their generated design

Year 6: Make soup

In this topic, children will:

• Know how to use and select appropriate equipment and utensils to prepare and combine food (blenders)
• Know how to research the origins of the ingredients needed
• Know the term seasonality and demonstrate through their ingredient choices
• Know how to adapt a recipe and measure ingredients to make soup