This PowerPoint presentation contains images and instructions for each step of the process of building a pine wooden box. The wooden box could be adapted for many purposes, e.g. Jewellery box, keepsake box. The slides have not been separated into different lessons but are a continuous set of instructions. The PowerPoint was created to be a visual aid to display during lessons and to print out for pupils to follow. The process teaches pupils how to create a dowel joint and a finger joint, as well as measuring, sawing, sanding and filing.

This PowerPoint presentation contains images and instructions for each step of the process of building a pine birdhouse. The slides have not been separated into different lessons but are a continuous set of instructions. The PowerPoint was created to be a visual aid to display during lessons and to print out for pupils to follow. The process teaches pupils how to create a dowel joint and a finger joint, as well as measuring, sawing, sanding and filing.

An easy step by step PowerPoint presentation which teaches how to construct a birdbox using Google Sketchup. This presentation is suitable for first time users of Google Sketchup and introduces a range of tools needed when using the software with pictures. The presentation also includes Learning Objectives and a Plenary task. Check out my other Birdhouse resources for the design and construction of the birdhouse

A complete project booklet for year 7 pupils to complete in resistant materials / product design. The project introduces pupils to the technology workshop and workshop safety. It introduces skills such as designing, planning, cutting, drilling and finishing. Has always been a success with pupils and with a great outcome. Photographs of good practice included in booklet.

An unique A3 learning mat for pupils to use when producing isometric design ideas for their birdhouse. The learning mat has step by step images demonstrating how to produce an accurate drawing, rendering tips, examples of pupils work and customisation ideas Check out my other resource for a step by step guide on making the bird house.

A short video which can be shown to students / put on loop to show them how to produce a visual response to David Hockney using coloured pencils and tracing paper.