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Last updated

19 March 2026

pptx, 3.81 MB
pptx, 3.81 MB

An engaging and informative Design & Technology lesson introducing pupils to recycling, sustainability, and materials, perfect for KS2 (especially Year 5/6). This lesson helps students understand the impact of plastic waste and how materials can be reused in creative and practical ways.

Through discussion, visuals, and structured tasks, pupils will explore:

What plastic waste is and its impact on the environment

The difference between natural and synthetic materials

Why sustainability is important in everyday life

How recycling can reduce waste and protect the planet

The lesson also links directly to a design challenge, encouraging pupils to apply their understanding by planning how recycled materials can be used in a practical DT project.

What’s included:

  • Clear, ready-to-use PowerPoint lesson
  • Starter activity to promote discussion and critical thinking
  • Key knowledge on materials, recycling, and sustainability
  • Real-world examples and statistics to support understanding
  • Links to a practical DT application

Works well with my other resources - Design and make a kite workbook and full instructions with pictures.
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DT Project: Design & Make a Kite Using Recycled Materials | Full Workbook & Instructions & Lesson

This bundle comes with a some FREE items as a thank you for supporting my shop (Scheme of work planner and Machine training record for the workshop). DT Project: Design & Make a Kite Using Recycled Materials | Full Workbook & Instructions & Lesson on recycling and sustainability. Engage your pupils with this hands-on Design and Technology (DT) project where they will design, make, test and evaluate their own kite using recycled materials. Perfect for KS2 / KS3, this resource promotes creativity, sustainability, and practical making skills. This ready-to-use workbook guides students through the full design process, including: * Researching and designing their own kite * Exploring recycled and sustainable materials * Planning and safely using tools and equipment * Step-by-step kite construction instructions * Structured evaluation using WWW/EBI * Assessment criteria for differentiation and progress tracking Students will develop key DT skills such as problem-solving, planning, making, and evaluating, while also learning about environmental impact and sustainability through practical application . Ideal for: * KS2/KS3 Design & Technology * STEM / project-based learning * Sustainability and recycling topics * End-of-term creative projects What’s included: Full 11-page student workbook Clear step-by-step making guide Assessment rubric and evaluation sheets Engaging visuals and structured tasks Perfect for teachers looking for an engaging, low-cost DT project that combines creativity with real-world learning.

£3.00

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