Foundation Stage Design Technology Curriculum.pdf

It emphasizes hands-on exploration, creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration.

Resources:

A wide range of materials are provided, categorized into:

Paper & Card: Paper, card, tissue paper, crepe paper, foiled paper, strips of paper
Art Supplies: Crayons, pencils, pens, colored pencils, glue sticks, PVA glue
Textile & Sewing: Wool, textile pieces, thread, scissors, string, cardboard, junk modeling materials (boxes, tubes), Sellotape
3D Materials: Cotton reels, dowels, art straws, foam board
Kitchen & Baking: Ingredients and tools for cooking/baking (recipes, measuring cups, spoons, mixing bowls, etc.), handling food safely.

Adult Roles:

Adults facilitate learning through:

Encouraging exploration and experimentation with materials
Providing resources for joining and combining materials (glue, tape)
Demonstrating techniques (folding paper, cutting, gluing)
Introducing relevant vocabulary (smooth, shiny, rough, etc.)
Guiding children in planning and developing their ideas
Making materials accessible and visible to inspire creativity

Key Activities:

Design & Make: Children will engage in various design and make activities like:
Designing a new toy
Creating a pitta bread pizza or gingerbread house
Building a plastic bottle car, bridge, or castle
Crafting a paper rocket or aeroplane
Art & Texture Exploration: Working with clay, textiles, and mixed media to explore texture, shape, and color.
Cooking/Baking: Developing an understanding of recipes, ingredients, and food safety while engaging in hands-on cooking activities.
* Free Play & Junk Modelling: Encouraging imaginative play and creativity through free access to cardboard boxes, paper, card, and other recyclables.

Community Links:

The following artists can inspire projects: Isabelle Smith (textile art using natural and man-made objects) and Keith Haring (3D sculpture and street art).

Future Learning: Activities like designing gardens, creating magic wand fruit kebabs, learning to toast, and exploring different cultures through food will build on these early DT experiences.