- Year 4
Develop a fabric pattern in response to feedback
I can make changes to my work after user feedback.
- Year 4
Develop a fabric pattern in response to feedback
I can make changes to my work after user feedback.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Prototypes can be improved through user feedback.
- Prototypes can include additional features.
- Additional features can be added to prototypes using mixed materials.
Keywords
Feedback - someone else's opinion of your work
Additional - something more, extra
Features - unique or specific details
Common misconception
Additional features need to be finished and functional.
Additional features on prototypes can be shown using mock-ups made from mixed materials.
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Equipment
Prototype hat, recycled materials, paper/card scraps, fabric scraps, glue, tape, scissors, needle, thread.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which part of a hat covers the top of the head?

Q2.Who usually provides feedback on a design idea or prototype?
Q3.Which technique is usually used to join fabric pieces together?
Q4.What type of stitch has been used here?

Q5.What is a decision?
Q6.What is a diagram?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is an additional design feature?
Q2.Match the word to the meaning.
where something will go
what something is made from
how something is attached
how big something is
Q3.What type of additional feature is this showing?
