Learning objective
- To analyse and evaluate electrical products.
Success criteria
- I can identify the features of a torch.
- I
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National curriculum
Design and technology
Design
Pupils should be
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Cross-curricular links
Science
Electricity
Pupils should be taught to:
- Identify
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1: Lesson plan
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support:
Should spot the similarities and differences between the torches before evaluating them. Children to circle the aspects of torch on the sheet as well as writing a sentence (with support if necessary). Use the Activity: Features of a torch diagram as an aid to writing, circling favourite parts and discussing their ideas for their own torch design.
Pupils working at greater depth:
Should explain which features are important when making a good torch and which features are appealing to the user. Work independently.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: identifying the features of a torch
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Vocabulary definitions
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circuit
A closed system of wires through which electricity can flow.
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component
The different parts that make an electrical circuit.
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In this unit
Assessment D&T Y4: Electrical systems: Torches
Lesson 1: Electrical products
Lesson 2: Evaluating torches
Lesson 3: Torch design
Lesson 4: Torch assembly
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 2nd June, 2023
