Learning objective
- To create a prototype bag from a design sketch.
Success criteria
- I can pin my pattern piece to the
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National curriculum
Design and technology
Design
Pupils
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Cross-curricular links
Mathematics
Ratio and proportion
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
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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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could be given the Resource: Pattern piece shapes from Lesson 3: Designing a bag; could use pre-cut or partially cut fabric pieces to focus on their pinning and sewing skills, rather than cutting.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should use different stitches (beyond the suggested stitch choices) to make their bag more aesthetically pleasing or functional.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: pinning pattern pieces carefully
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Vocabulary definitions
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pattern piece
A paper shape used to cut fabric to the right size and shape for making items such as bags or clothing.
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In this unit
Assessment - D&T Y6: Textiles: Bags
Lesson 1: Deconstructing a bag
Lesson 2: Pattern pieces
Lesson 3: Designing a bag
Lesson 4: Making a bag prototype
Lesson 5: Adding features
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 28th July, 2025
