Present and future

Topics Year 2/3
This unit is part of British Clothing 1066 to Present Day The History of British Clothing

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Objectives

History

Study an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066.
Study changes in an aspect of social history such as clothing.
Construct informed responses that involve thoughtful selection and organisation of relevant historical information.

Design and Technology

Use research and develop design criteria to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose and aimed at particular individuals or groups.
Generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through discussion, annotated sketches, cross-sectional and exploded diagrams, prototypes, pattern pieces and computer-aided design.

Lesson Planning

Take a look at the 21st Century and beyond, then use your imagination to design a futuristic outfit.

Teaching Outcomes:

To show some understanding of different periods in British history.
To design an innovative outfit for an individual or group.

Children will:

Consider some of the best and worst periods in history to have lived through and explain why.
Plan and design a futuristic outfit, thinking carefully about design features that will be useful for the wearer.
Understand that clothing design has changed so much because of many, many influences and the future of clothing design is limitless!

Planning

Provided Resources

This session does not need any provided resources.

You Will Need

You do not need any particular resources for this session.

Weblinks

Back to the Future 2 – self-tying trainers - YouTube clip
Back to the Future 2 – self-drying jacket - YouTube clip