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Lesson 1: Evaluating fastenings

Exploring different fastenings and considering their advantages and disadvantages.
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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Before starting this unit, you might want to check that children can recall that:

  • When two edges of fabric have been joined together it is called a seam.

  • A template can be used in the design and make process.

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In this unit

Assessment – D&T Y4: Textiles: Fastenings
Lesson 1: Evaluating fastenings
Lesson 2: Designing my book sleeveLesson 3: Paper mock-up and preparing fabricLesson 4: Assembling my book sleeve
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