Structures
What is a structure?
Explore what a structure is by learning about frame structures and shell structures.
Building structures
Find out about different types of structures, what they are made of and how they can be strengthened.
How can materials be joined?
Learn about and explore how to make tab joints, butt joints, flanges and L braces.
Mechanisms
What is a lever mechanism?
Find out how to make your own lever mechanism and discover how it works.
What is a slider mechanism?
Find out about the parts of a slider mechanism and learn how to make one.
What is a wheel and axle mechanism?
Find out how wheels and axles work together to help things move.
Textiles
Exploring materials
Learn about the properties of different materials and find out which materials are best for different purposes.
What is a fastening?
Explore different types of fastenings and discover where you can find them on everyday items.
How to decorate a product
Learn how to decorate a product using different techniques and decorate your own sock puppet.
Cooking and nutrition
Where does food come from?
Discover that almost everything we eat comes from plants or animals and from the land or the water.
What is healthy eating?
Learn about the different food groups in the Eatwell Guide and how it can help us to eat more healthily.
Getting ready to cook
Understand the different steps that you need to take to make sure that you are ready to cook safely and hygienically.
Choosing kitchen tools
Learn about the special jobs that kitchen tools do so that you can choose the correct equipment when you're cooking.
Design
What is a design?
Find out what a design is, how the design process works and how a design brief can help you make a good design.
How to make a design?
Learn about how designers work and the different methods you can use to help plan your design.
Who will use a product?
Explore why designers need to understand what a user wants and needs.