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Your class will explore different types of torches, the materials they are made out of and their varied uses, as well as investigating how torches work by creating simple circuits. After exploring which types of switches and casings are most effective and why, your class will then have the opportunity to design, make and evaluate their very own torches.
Each of the six lessons within this Torches KS2 scheme includes a detailed plan, a set of informative slides for the teaching input, differentiated activity ideas and printable resources.
This first Torches KS2 lesson introduces children to a variety of different torches and allows them to investigate their materials, uses and components.
Children will look at a variety of torches, identifying features and considering their uses. They then either draw and label a diagram of a torch to show its components, or in groups, examine and compare a variety of different torches.
An easy-to-follow plan, engaging slideshow and differentiated resources are all included in this first Torches KS2 lesson pack.
This practical Making Switches KS2 lesson gives your class the opportunity to consolidate their knowledge of simple circuits and to investigate how to make different switches that would be appropriate for a torch.
Children will first consider what components are necessary in the electrical circuit for a torch, and then will explore how to make a simple circuit. Using their circuit, they will then make and test a variety of switch designs using a range of common objects and materials.
This Making Switches KS2 lesson includes everything you need - a detailed plan, a set of slides for the teaching input and printable resources.
After discussing what properties a torch casing would need, your class will undertake practical activities to help them find out which materials they would use to create the case for a torch.
Children are challenged to either use found objects to house a simple circuit, or create 3-D shapes using nets which may be used as casings.
A lesson plan, slide show, differentiated activity ideas and printable resources are all included in this Torches KS2 DT pack.
In this lesson, your class will have the chance to design the