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Standard Balsa Wood Packs
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Technical Summary
Overview
Helping to Support Teaching and Learning
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Versatile Material
These balsa wood packs are available in a variety of shapes and sizes, designed for diverse model making projects.
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Enhanced Durability
The wood, measuring up to 458mm in length and varying from 2mm to 76mm in thickness, allows for the creation of diverse structures.
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Curriculum Support
Supports Key Stage 1 and 2 in Design and Technology by aligning with specific curriculum objectives for material selection and structural building.
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Creative Projects
Ideal for educational projects where different material properties are explored to understand their functional and aesthetic qualities.
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Key Stage 1 Make
Aligns with Key Stage 1 objectives to choose and use materials for stronger, more stable constructions.
Standard Balsa Wood Packs
High-quality balsa wood available in various shapes and sizes, ideal for diverse modelling projects.
Overview
These balsa wood packs are essential for Design and Technology educators, promoting hands-on learning at Key Stage 1 and 2. Offering different lengths and thicknesses, they support curriculum goals, including the selection and use of materials based on their characteristics and the construction of strong, stable structures.
Utilising these packs in the classroom enables children to work with materials that enhance their technical knowledge, especially in building techniques that involve strengthening and reinforcing structures. The variations in size and shape also allow for the exploration of aesthetic qualities and functional properties.
These balsa wood packs are particularly valuable for schools focused on developing practical skills and understanding in young children. The diverse dimensions cater to multiple project needs, from basic model making for beginners to more complex educational supplies for advanced users.
Supports the National Curriculum
Design & Technology, Key Stage 1, Make
Select from and use a wide range of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their characteristics.
Design & Technology, Key Stage 1, Technical Knowledge
Build structures, exploring how they can be made stronger, stiffer and more stable.
Design & Technology, Key Stage 2, Make
Select from and use a wider range of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their functional properties and aesthetic qualities.
Technical Summary
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Wood
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Suitable for 8 to 16 years
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