Continuing their unit on Electrical systems, Year 6 pupils have been investigating existing products to understand what influences their form (appearance) and function (how they work). As part of this hands-on project, pupils explored how ‘Doodlers’ are designed and constructed.
They demonstrated impressive skills by:
- Carefully taking apart a product and successfully reassembling it.
- Identifying which components affect the product’s function and which influence its form.
- Experimenting with configurations to see how small changes can alter performance.
This activity encouraged problem-solving, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking—key skills for future designers and engineers! In addition, this task also connected with their science unit of study: electricity. Pupils explored how electrical circuits and components such as wires, switches, and motors contribute to a product’s function. They applied their understanding of conductors, insulators, and energy flow to explain why certain parts are essential for operation.
