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- Year 1
Investigating and testing
In this lesson, children will investigate a number of joining techniques and consider how structures have a centre of gravity. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
- Year 1
Investigating and testing
In this lesson, children will investigate a number of joining techniques and consider how structures have a centre of gravity. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- about the simple working characteristics of materials and components
- assemble, join and combine materials and components
Equipment
Paper, scissors, tape, gluestick
Content guidance
- Equipment requiring safe usage.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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