Learning objective

  • To build a prototype of a sustainable slingshot car chassis.

Success criteria

  • I can choose
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National curriculum

Design and technology

Design

Pupils

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

Recap and recall

Use a book and one of the group’s prototype one cars from Lesson 1: Prototype one: Inclined plane to demonstrate the car travelling down the ramp.  Ask the class to discuss with a partner the following questions and take feedback:

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Adaptive teaching

Pupils needing extra support:

Should watch the Pupil video: Making prototype two as they make their car so they do not need to remember all the steps; could use the Knowledge organiser to help them draw their exploded diagram.

Pupils working at greater depth:

Should use the Resource: Materials cost-benefit analysis to compare the materials for their two cars; should record in their books a comparison of the total cost for the two cars and the benefits and drawbacks of each set of materials.

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Assessing progress and understanding

Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: choosing sustainable materials to

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Vocabulary definitions

  • biodegradable

    Breaks down naturally and safely in the environment.

  • durable

    Strong and lasts a long time without breaking.

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