To bring our unit based around animation to an end, the class were challenged to create their final stop-motion video after collaboratively planning it over the last two lessons. All groups used an array of materials to film their videos, with one group able to add sound effects to their work.
Check out their hard work below!
As part of our Design and Technology lessons, we have been learning how to make structures called pavilions. First we needed to design it, then we had to learn how to make a frame by joining different materials and finally we covered it in cladding. Here are some of our creations.
As part of our journey in creating a pop-up book suitable for Year One to read in the future, Year Five have spent this afternoon planning each page of their final piece, in addition to how a mechanism or structure could be implemented into it. They were challenged to use levers, sliders and automatic pull strips to bring their books to life! Watch this space for the final product!
This term, we have been learning about electricity in Science and torches in our Design and Technology lessons. We used all of our knowledge to design and build a working torch. We made all of the parts and included a switch to turn it on and off.
To conclude our work into creating our own Bolognese sauce, we explored different cooking and preparation techniques, coming together in groups to create a healthy, vegetarian alternative to normal Bolognese. We were able to slice, chop and dice using bridge hold and claw hold, as well as fry ingredients to a certain time-frame. Have a look at our hard work below!
This week, as part of our work in creating our own Mars Rover, Year Five visited the Word for an exclusive workshop about the 3D design program, Tinkercad, and how to use it. They were tasked with creating their own 3D castles, using various shapes, pre-made visuals and options such as grouping. After a bit more fine tuning with their designs, the class will vote the top-three designs which will be printed for pupils to take home. Watch this space for the winners!
Today, the class explored the world of inventions, designing their own unique products which explored the use of movement to generate electricity. Once they had became product designers, the children tried their hand at creating their own wind-powered devices which lifted a counter-weight as the blades on their turbines spun.
Check out the pictures below!
This week, Y3 are creating and evaluating seasonal tarts. Following a design brief, Y3 assembled their tarts using ingredients they chose to provide a great taste and rich balance of nutrients. Y3 will go on to taste test their and their peers creations to compare and evaluate flavours.
During DT this afternoon, Y3 children tasted a range of seasonal vegetables such as cucumber, asparagus, cabbages and even radishes! They then discussed the different tastes and textures and decided which combinations of vegetables would work well together in a seasonal tart.
In Reception class this week, Mel and Caitlin came in to talk about how to be a ‘Civil Engineer’. We made our own designs for an island. Next week, we will create a model of our designs. The children had lots of amazing ideas for a fun island to visit including a rainbow island, a flower island and a train island. Mikaeel even had a jet-ski to leave his island for supplies. 
