Design and technology: Reception

Developing pupils’ skills in line with the EYFS statutory framework and Early Learning Goals for Reception.

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Units

Units can be taught in any order throughout the year as they form the foundation of Design and technology that will be built on in later year groups.

Reception

Design and technology
Structures: Junk modelling
(6 lessons)
In this unit, pupils explore various junk modelling ideas by learning about different types of permanent and temporary…
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Design and technology
Cooking and nutrition: Soup
(6 lessons)
In this unit, children explore the differences between fruits and vegetables using their senses (taste, texture, smell etc.).…
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Design and technology
Textiles: Bookmarks
(6 lessons)
Pupils develop and practise threading and weaving techniques using various materials and objects. They look at the history…
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Design and technology
Structures: Boats
(6 lessons)
In this unit, children explore what is meant by ‘waterproof’, ‘floating’ and ‘sinking’, then experiment and make predictions…
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Design and technology
Seasonal projects
(6 lessons)
A series of seasonal projects to choose from to deliver across the year – covering Autumn, Christmas, Easter,…
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