Year 3 - Design and technology
Plan a pneumatic system
Pneumatics: moving toys
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Unit Summary
This unit introduces pupils to creating movement with air using pneumatic mechanisms. They will then apply this knowledge to develop a moving toy.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to create a clear plan to make a moving animal.
Key Notes
- An action plan contains the steps to complete the project.
- An action plan contains a list of materials the project will need.
- An action contains a list of tools that will be required.
- An action plan may change and adapt during the project.
Vocabulary To Learn
- action plan: a list of steps and resources needed to complete a project
- evaulate: to judge how well a product meets design criteria
- feedback: someone else's opinion of your work
- adapt: make changes
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Action plans cannot be changed.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
An action plan contains the steps to complete the project. An action plan contains a list of materials the project will need.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'action plan'
a list of steps and resources needed to complete a project.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Action plans cannot be changed. Correction: Action plans can be changed and adapted throughout the project.
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