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- Year 4
To construct nets to create 3D shapes
In this lesson, we will construct nets out of card to create 3D shapes. We will experiment with assembling nets in numerous ways. This lesson includes some physical activity and equipment beyond pen, paper or pencil. Please make sure your child is adequately supervised.
- Year 4
To construct nets to create 3D shapes
In this lesson, we will construct nets out of card to create 3D shapes. We will experiment with assembling nets in numerous ways. 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
- how to make strong, stiff shell structures
- measure, mark out, cut and shape materials and components with some accuracy
- assemble, join and combine materials and components with some accuracy
Equipment
Card, squared paper, sellotape, masking tape, pencil, corrugated card, ruler, scissors, fabric
Content guidance
- Equipment requiring safe usage.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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