ways to join two things together correctly

making something new with different materials

to strengthen or support an object or structure

trying something to see if it works, and to make changes or improvements to it

Making a bridge structure

Design and technology

This unit introduces pupils to structures. It focuses on bridge building and introduces cutting, folding, and joining techniques. Pupils make their own bridges, applying their knowledge of structure design.

Frame structures: bridges

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

Which of these is a good joining technique to join card to card?

When should you test the product that you are making?

How much glue should you use to join materials?

a list of what your product should do or be like

Which of the following are good ways to reinforce something made of card?

What can you use to help you to fold card into a neat straight line?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Making a bridge structure

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.