Lesson 1: Exploring stability
Testing the stability of 3D shapes using a scientific approach.
Learning objective
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National curriculum
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Before starting this unit, you might want to check that children can recall that:
A client is a person I am designing for.
Design criteria are a list of points to ensure the product meets the client's needs and wants.
They could have previous knowledge of the following, but this unit reinforces that:
A structure is something that has been made and put together.
The shape of materials can be changed to improve the strength and stiffness of structures.
Cylinders are a strong type of structure.
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Adaptive teaching
Assessing progress and understanding
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 27 March 2026
