An introduction to drawing various 3D shapes in isometric. Pupils can try to copy out the shapes and then practice adding realistic shading and thick and thin lines.

A useful resource to allow pupils to practice drawing various difficulty shapes in isometric using the provided grid. Pupils can even practice adding realistic shading and thick and thin lines to enhance their drawings.

A series of worksheets on basic orthographic drawing techniques. Includes two pages describing the basics, followed by five different 3D shapes to draw using the orthographic drawing technique. This is a great starting point for any pupil, the grids allow the pupils to practice drawing each of the shapes accurately.

A nice little extension task for the last week of term, there are a few design technology words to keep it subject relevant :)

A worksheet for pupils to practice adding a realistic wood texture to different shapes. Allows them to practice adding the grain and knots on different surfaces. Great as a starting point.

A useful task allowing pupils to practice drawing various wood joints in 2D design using the Isometric grid setting. The A4 pages can be printed and trimmed to provide individual handouts for the pupils to use as guidance.

A powerpoint for a lesson where pupils will need to design their own pizza and box. This is great for a single lesson or a cover lesson if required. The powerpoint contains all the things that the pupils will need to think of when designing their pizza and an example at the end.

A worksheet based on the Isometric Drawing technique Pupils will need to copy the different wood joints onto the isometric grid When complete they can practice adding a realistic wood texture to each of the joints. This is great for a cover/one off lesson, extension or for simply practicing.

A Re-Design task based on the design company Alessi. Pupils will need to redesign the products on the worksheet in the style of Alessi these include a: Hairdryer, Radio, Clock, Cutlery Set, Pizza Cutter and Potato Masher. Ideal for a follow up lesson on Alessi or a cover lesson.

A worksheet that can be used as an extension activity or a simple cover lesson task. Includes a timber based wordsearch and questions.

A worksheet on Isometric Drawing, perfect as an extension task or simply developing knowledge on Isometric Drawing techniques.

An Isometric Drawing task where pupils will need to try and copy the iphone and ipod drawings as accurately as they can onto the isometric grid.

Three 1 Point Perspective worksheets based on drawing cubes, shapes and letters using the 1pp drawing technique. This is great for those starting to learn to learn the techniques and allow them to grasp the basics.

A mini assessment based on wood joining methods, also includes an isometric drawing task.

2 x A3 Revision worksheets for AQA Design and Technology linked to Section C of the exam. These particular worksheets are focussed on “Investigating”. These revision worksheets can be completed independently using the links to BBC Bitesize provided at the top of each section.

A worksheet for pupils to practice adding a realistic wood texture to 3D shapes. There is an example also attached.

A Desk Tidy Design Task. This is ideal as a one off lesson or as a simple cover lesson.

A mini assessment ideal for KS3 pupils at the start of a project or hardwoods and softwoods theory.