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Polydron Bridges Class Set
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Helping to Support Teaching and Learning
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Design Challenge
Challenge children to experiment with their own bridge designs. This hands-on approach helps them understand the principles of bridge engineering.
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Guided Instructions
Step-by-step instructions ensure successful construction and learning outcomes for building different types of bridges.
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Key Stage 2 Focus
This set is suitable for Key Stage 2 children and supports technical knowledge and material selection skills.
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Comprehensive Set
Over 320 washable pieces ensure durability and ease of maintenance for multiple projects.
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Technical Knowledge
This set supports the use of gears, pulleys, cams, levers, and linkages, aligning with the Key Stage 2 Design & Technology curriculum.
Polydron Bridges Class Set
Enable children to recreate iconic bridges and test their functionality and key features.
Overview
This educational bridge building set engages children in hands-on learning about bridge engineering. It includes over 320 washable pieces for experimenting with various designs and understanding bridge mechanics. With step-by-step instructions, children can construct different types of bridges, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills.
This kit aligns with Key Stage 1 objectives by allowing children to explore mechanisms like levers, sliders, wheels, and axles. The set supports the Key Stage 2 Design & Technology curriculum by teaching mechanical systems like gears, pulleys, cams, levers, and linkages, and encourages using diverse materials based on their functions and aesthetics.
The set includes 12 work cards with lesson plans and notes for teachers, making it easy to integrate into existing lessons. This resource enhances STEM learning by applying technical knowledge and material selection for a well-rounded educational experience.
Supports the National Curriculum
Design & Technology, Key Stage 2, Technical Knowledge
Understand and use mechanical systems in their products (for example, gears, pulleys, cams, levers and linkages).
Design & Technology, Key Stage 1, Technical Knowledge
Explore and use mechanisms (for example, levers, sliders, wheels and axles) in their products.
