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GRADE 1 · DESIGN AND LIFE SKILLS · ABOUT 25 MINUTES

Build a paper pencil home

Notice a small problem and try a simple solution.

Understand the idea

Design starts with noticing a need. Try, observe and change one thing.

WORKED EXAMPLE

A pencil rolls on a desk. Fold paper into a small tray, place the pencil gently and observe.

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01Notice02Plan03Try04Improve

Notice

A pencil rolls out of reach.

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  1. Notice

    A pencil rolls out of reach.

  2. Plan

    Draw a small paper tray.

  3. Try

    Fold paper with adult help and test it.

  4. Improve

    Change one fold if the pencil still rolls.

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MAKE SOMETHING YOU CAN EXPLAIN

Your practical challenge

Make or draw a paper pencil tray. Tell an adult what happened and one change you would try.

Review your evidence

These ticks are your self-review. They do not automatically assess project quality. Ask an adult or partner to review what you can show.

Use the skill in a new situation

Use the same process to organise two crayons.

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