Monday 27 March 2017

Toolset lesson - Using a Scroll Saw

This will be the first Toolset lesson using a power tool,

If the Scroll Saw is used properly, and sensibly then the risk of injury is very low. Therefore, we will be focusing on safety and technique when using the saws.

The toolset (TS) and mindset (MS) learning intentions for this lesson are:

Students will:

  • Know the different parts of a scroll saw and their functions (TS)
  • Understand the risks involved when using the scroll saw (TS)
  • Safely make straight and curved cuts in 3mm MDF (medium density fibreboard) wood (TS)
  • Know the correct way to replace a blade in the saw (TS)
  • I explore new materials and new areas (MS)
  • I think about and respond to feedback (MS)

Here is a diagram showing the different parts to a Scroll Saw:



Saturday 11 March 2017

How to sew on a Button


How to use a Hand Sewing Needle.

This Toolset  focuses on how to use a hand sewing needle 
 Mindset is: Here is an opportunity to explore a new DPE area and new skills

The Learning Intentions for this toolset lesson are as follows:
Students will learn
  • How to thread a needle.
  • How to tie a knot.
  • How to sew on a button.
  • How to tie a knot to finish off work.

Success Criteria
Students will know they have been successful when they have sewn buttons onto fabric and added value with an original creative design idea.


Wednesday 8 March 2017

Communication/ Drama Tools/ Elements


Communication Drama- The Lion King scenes
Choose a scene
Students will use the techniques of drama to bring the script to live theatre.
Students will use the drama techniques of  Facial expression, Voice projection, Gesture and Movement when communicating in front of an audience.

Dance - Elements/ Tools; Choreographic Devices and Locomotor/ Non-locomotor moves


DANCE
Dance Elements/ Tools; Choreographic Devices and Locomotor and Non-Locomotor moves
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Dance Tools/ Elements:
Time, Space, Body Awareness, Relationships, Energy
  • Move on the beat - Time
  • Move in relation to space - Space
  • Move and develop an awareness of Body Movement - Body Awareness
  • Move in relation to others or the environment - Relationships
  • Move in response to the mood of the music - Energy
  • Use Choreographic Devices to extend their Dance eg. Canon (Mexican wave), Repetition and Reversal.
  • Use Locomotor and Non-locomotor moves to develop a Dance routine.
  •  Marcus and Lucas Supermarket dancing


The Importance of Measuring Accurately

Cooking is a science, ingredients are balanced within a recipe for best results so it is important to understand how to measure accurately and how different ingredients measure differently (quantity vs density)

The learning Goals for this tool set are .....

  • Students will identify appropriate equipment to measure ingredients related to information in a recipe
  • Students will articulate the importance of measuring accurately
  • Students will identify and explain that ingredients measure differently and can affect the outcome of a product.





Saturday 4 March 2017

Toolset Lesson - Using a Hammer

This toolset lesson will have three main components:

  1. Looking at the different types of hammer and their uses
  2. The different parts of a hammer
  3. Correct technique to ensure we use a hammer safely
The short video below will briefly explain how to use a hammer correctly and the diagram shows you the different parts to a hammer.

Learning Intentions for this lesson:


  • Safely use a hammer with correct technique (TS)
  • Understand different parts of the hammer and it’s uses (TS)
  • I explore new materials and new areas (MS)
  • I think about and respond to feedback (MS)