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Which subject	Design and technology
What topic	Pencil box
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Pencil Box Design

Objectives

• Understand the principles of design and technology in creating a pencil box.
• Develop skills in sketching and designing a functional pencil box.
• Explore materials suitable for creating a pencil box.
• Produce a simple pencil box using basic construction techniques.

Materials

• Graph paper
• Pencils
• Ruler
• Sketching paper
• Scissors
• Glue
• Cardboard or foam board
• Markers for decoration
• Measuring tape (optional)
• Access to computers/tablets for digital design (optional)

Grade/Age Group

Year 7

Subject

Design and Technology

Class Size

20 Students

Length of Lesson

30 Minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum: Design and Technologies, particularly focusing on the design process and the use of materials to create functional products.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Pencil Box	5 mins	Explain the concept of a pencil box and its functions. Discuss key design principles.
2	Brainstorming Session	5 mins	In groups, students brainstorm ideas for their pencil box designs and share with peers.
3	Sketching Designs	10 mins	Students sketch their designs on graph paper, focusing on measurements and functionality.
4	Material Selection	5 mins	Discuss the types of materials that can be used to create the pencil box. Guide students in choosing suitable materials from the classroom.
5	Wrap Up & Homework Assignment	5 mins	Recap the lesson, explain the homework: to finalize their pencil box designs and detail the materials they will use. Emphasize that homework will be checked, but no presentations will be required.

Homework

Students are to finalize their pencil box designs and provide a list of materials they plan to use. Submit the sketches and material list at the beginning of the next lesson for review.

Assessment

• Check students' sketches and material lists to ensure understanding of the design process.
• Provide feedback on their designs without requiring presentation in front of the class.

Additional Notes

• Encourage creativity and innovation while ensuring students understand the functional aspects of their designs.
• Provide additional support for students who may struggle with sketching or material selection.

Lesson script