Lesson 1: Developing through play
Applying fit-for-purpose design to researching and evaluating the form and function of toys.
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Learning objective
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To research and analyse a range of children’s toys.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Before starting this unit, you might want to check that children can recall:
An electrical system is a group of parts (components) that work together to carry electricity around a circuit.
What a bulb, battery, battery holder and crocodile clips are.
A battery contains stored electricity that can be used to power products.
Series circuits only have one direction for the electricity to flow.
A switch can be used to complete and break an electrical circuit, and if there is a break in a series circuit, all components will turn off.
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Rebecca is a passionate Design and technology specialist. Rebecca has previously taught across all of the D&T curriculum strands, including STEM clubs and extra-curricular activities such as RAF Project X, to Keystages 1-4 and SEND classes. Rebecca believes in providing children with real-world scenarios and knowledge to inspire and instil an appreciation and love for product design. Alongside her pedagogical background, Rebecca also holds a professional degree in Graphic design, with particular interests in illustration and communication.
Rebecca has created a range of units, including our Digital world series.
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