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Create a maquette of a robot
I can create a maquette of a robot.
Lesson 3 of 6
New
New
- Year 3
Create a maquette of a robot
I can create a maquette of a robot.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A maquette is a small three-dimensional model used by artists to plan and develop their sculptures.
- Identify and use different joining techniques such as tying, slotting or gluing to build a strong and stable maquette.
Keywords
Maquette - is a small, rough model of a sculpture used for planning
Sculpture - a three-dimensional piece of art made by shaping or combining materials
Armature - a skeleton frame that gives the basic shape and holds a maquette together
Common misconception
A maquette is a finished sculpture, not a model for planning a design.
Remind pupils that building a maquette is an opportunity to test different elements of their design, allowing them to identify areas for improvement. A maquette does not need to be perfect as its purpose is to resolve issues before the final design.
Encourage pupils to experiment with different joining techniques before committing to their final maquette structure. Provide a range of recyclable materials and demonstrate methods such as tying, slotting, and gluing to help them find the most effective way to connect parts securely.
Teacher tip
Equipment
A range of recyclable materials (including fabric) and glue
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Each robot has a different __________, like cleaning, helping people, or building things.
Each robot has a different __________, like cleaning, helping people, or building things.
metal
hobby
Q2.What can robots do?
What can robots do?
Feel emotions
Q3.__________ means capable of continuing or being kept up over time.
__________ means capable of continuing or being kept up over time.
Purpose
Recyclable materials
Q4.Jean-Michel Basquiat depicted __________ using bold brushstrokes, bright colours, and abstract forms.
Jean-Michel Basquiat depicted __________ using bold brushstrokes, bright colours, and abstract forms.
computers
trees
waste
Q5.What should you annotate on your mood board?
What should you annotate on your mood board?
What size you think your artwork will be.
How long it will take to make your artwork.
Q6.Eileen Agar’s ‘Robotics’ (1978) represents robots by blending organic and __________ forms with vibrant colours and textures
Eileen Agar’s ‘Robotics’ (1978) represents robots by blending organic and __________ forms with vibrant colours and textures
modern
soft
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a maquette?
What is a maquette?
A piece of paper with a drawing of a sculpture.
A photo of a sculpture used for planning.
Q2.A __________ is a three-dimensional piece of art made by shaping or combining materials.
A __________ is a three-dimensional piece of art made by shaping or combining materials.
drawing
painting
Q3.What should you think about when designing a robot?
What should you think about when designing a robot?
Production time.
What type of music the robot will play.
Q4.How can robots help keep the world more sustainable?
How can robots help keep the world more sustainable?
By using more plastic in everything they do.
Q5.Which of the following is not a joining technique sculptors use to secure a structure:
Which of the following is not a joining technique sculptors use to secure a structure:
Slotting
Gluing
Stacking
Q6.Match the word to the definition:
Match the word to the definition:
