Year 2 Flying Machines Activities

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Activity One - History Of Flying

Activity 1

History of Flying


  • Hi1/1.1 changes within living memory. Where appropriate, these should be used to reveal aspects of change in national life
  • Hi1/1.2 events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally
  • Hi1/1.3 the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements

Activity Two - Parachutes

Activity 2

Parachutes



  • Bin liner / plastic bag
  • Paper napkin
  • Ruler
  • String
  • Scissors
  • Small toys
  • Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
  • Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
  • Ma2/3.1a choose and use appropriate standard units to estimate and measure length/height in any direction (m/cm)
Activity Three - Balloon Power

Activity 3

Balloon Power



  • Balloons
  • Double sided tape
  • Scissors
  • String
  • Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
  • Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
Activity Four - Aeroplanes

Activity 4

Aeroplanes



  • Dt1/1.1b generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through talking, drawing, templates, mock-ups and, where appropriate, information and communication technology
  • Hi1/1.2 events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally
  • Hi1/1.3 the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements. Some should be used to compare aspects of life in different periods

Activity Five - Helicopter

Activity 5

Helicopter



  • Paper / card
  • Pencil
  • Ruler
  • Scissors
  • Paper clips
  • Dt1/1.1b generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through talking, drawing, templates, mock-ups and, where appropriate, information and communication technology
  • Dt1/1.2a select from and use a range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks
  • Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
  • Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
Activity Six - Design A Flying Machine

Activity 6

Design A Flying Machine



  • Ar1/1.1 to use a range of materials creatively to design and make products
  • Dt1/1.1b generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through talking, drawing, templates, mock-ups and, where appropriate, information and communication technology
  • Dt1/1.2b select from and use a wide range of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their characteristics
  • Hi1/1.3 the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements. Some should be used to compare aspects of life in different periods

Websites

Fold 'N Fly
A fantastic website which provides simple step-by-step guides to show you how to fold a variety of paper aeroplanes. This site also provides tips to make the best aeroplanes.

Activity One - History Of Flying

Activity 1
History of Flying

Practical Resources:

Relation to Curriculum in England:

  • Hi1/1.1 changes within living memory. Where appropriate, these should be used to reveal aspects of change in national life
  • Hi1/1.2 events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally
  • Hi1/1.3 the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements

Downloads:


Activity Two - Parachutes

Activity 2
Parachutes

Practical Resources:

  • Bin liner / plastic bag
  • Paper napkin
  • Ruler
  • String
  • Scissors
  • Small toys

Relation to Curriculum in England:

  • Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
  • Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions
  • Ma2/3.1a choose and use appropriate standard units to estimate and measure length/height in any direction (m/cm)

Downloads:

Activity Three - Balloon Power

Activity 3
Balloon Power

Practical Resources:

  • Balloons
  • Double sided tape
  • Scissors
  • String

Relation to Curriculum in England:

  • Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
  • Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions

Downloads:

Activity Four - Aeroplanes

Activity 4
Aeroplanes

Practical Resources:

Relation to Curriculum in England:

  • Dt1/1.1b generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through talking, drawing, templates, mock-ups and, where appropriate, information and communication technology
  • Hi1/1.2 events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally
  • Hi1/1.3 the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements. Some should be used to compare aspects of life in different periods

Downloads:


Activity Five - Helicopter

Activity 5
Helicopter

Practical Resources:

  • Paper / card
  • Pencil
  • Ruler
  • Scissors
  • Paper clips

Relation to Curriculum in England:

  • Dt1/1.1b generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through talking, drawing, templates, mock-ups and, where appropriate, information and communication technology
  • Dt1/1.2a select from and use a range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks
  • Sc2/1.3 performing simple tests
  • Sc2/1.5 using their observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions

Downloads:

Activity Six - Design A Flying Machine

Activity 6
Design A Flying Machine

Practical Resources:

Relation to Curriculum in England:

  • Ar1/1.1 to use a range of materials creatively to design and make products
  • Dt1/1.1b generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through talking, drawing, templates, mock-ups and, where appropriate, information and communication technology
  • Dt1/1.2b select from and use a wide range of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their characteristics
  • Hi1/1.3 the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements. Some should be used to compare aspects of life in different periods

Downloads:


Suggested Resources

How do I use these activities?

The resource provided is a great way to encourage your child’s creativity and curiosity. The activities mentioned involve paper aeroplanes, balloon power, and helicopter making. Your child will also get the opportunity to design their flying machine and learn about the history of aviation. This resource aligns with various subjects in the National Curriculum of England, including Art, Design & Technology, History, Mathematics and Science. So, it is an excellent way to supplement their education.

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