Strengthen packaging
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can ensure my packaging is strong.
Key learning points
- Prototype shell structures can be strengthened with recycled materials.
- Packaging reinforcements need to be measured and joined accurately.
Keywords
Strengthen - make stronger
Reinforce - add additional parts to support
Shell - the outer structure or surface of an object
Accurately - correct and exact, with no mistakes
Common misconception
Packaging can only be reinforced from the inside.
Packaging can be reinforced on the inside and/or the outside using different methods.
Teacher tip
Have a range of recycled or recyclable card materials for pupils to use.
Equipment
Recycled/recyclable card products, scissors, rulers, glue, tape.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Looking at the dimensions, which packaging would this cookie fit into?
Q2.Which of these wouldn't be used to join cardboard packaging?
Q3.Why is it important to measure each side carefully when drawing a net?
Q4.What does the word assemble mean?
Q5.What do we call a model of a product made to test how it works?
Q6.Which word is missing from this phrase? Reduce, reuse, ...
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What happens when you strengthen something?
Q2.Which word describes the method of adding layers to strengthen a material?
Q3.What does the word accuracy mean?
Q4.Sort these steps into the correct order to create a sleeve reinforcement.
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