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Lesson 4: Making a bag prototype

Sewing shapes together from pattern piece designs to make a bag prototype.
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A sewing machine, scissors, and a bag arranged on a table, representing tools for sewing and crafting tasks.

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Explain that the children will work with a partner to spot and correct mistakes in pattern pieces. Display slide 1 of the Presentation: Spot the mistake and read the question aloud. Allow time for paired discussion.

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In this unit

Assessment – D&T Y6: Textiles: BagsLesson 1: Deconstructing a bagLesson 2: Pattern piecesLesson 3: Designing a bag
Lesson 4: Making a bag prototype
Lesson 5: Adding features
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 27 March 2026

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