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This hands-on unit introduces primary students to basic engineering concepts through the design and construction of simple cars. Students explore how things move, how parts work together and how design choices affect performance, using practical building tasks rather than abstract theory.
Across the unit, students plan, build and test their own model cars using simple materials, developing skills in problem-solving, measuring, testing and improving designs. Each task is structured to guide students through the engineering process—planning, creating, testing and refining—while encouraging creativity and experimentation.
The unit also incorporates simple recording and reflection tasks, helping students explain their ideas, track changes and understand why their designs work or need improvement. Suitable for a range of primary ages, activities can be adjusted for ability while still producing clear, visible outcomes.
The final result is a completed model car and a set of supporting pages that demonstrate design thinking, practical building skills and early engineering understanding in a clear, portfolio-ready format.
This hands-on unit introduces primary students to basic engineering concepts through the design and construction of simple cars. Students explore how things move, how parts work together and how design choices affect performance, using practical building tasks rather than abstract theory.
Across the unit, students plan, build and test their own model cars using simple materials, developing skills in problem-solving, measuring, testing and improving designs. Each task is structured to guide students through the engineering process—planning, creating, testing and refining—while encouraging creativity and experimentation.
The unit also incorporates simple recording and reflection tasks, helping students explain their ideas, track changes and understand why their designs work or need improvement. Suitable for a range of primary ages, activities can be adjusted for ability while still producing clear, visible outcomes.
The final result is a completed model car and a set of supporting pages that demonstrate design thinking, practical building skills and early engineering understanding in a clear, portfolio-ready format.