D&T Words: Flashcards
Sketch it, list the parts, choose materials.
Cut, join, glue, fold, sew, stir, weave.
"Does it work? What would I change?"
"It must keep food fresh. It must fit in a bag."
Towers, bridges, chairs, houses.
Wide base + low weight = stable.
Levers, sliders, wheels, axles.
A seesaw, scissors, a wheelbarrow handle.
A drawer. A sliding door.
T-shirts, curtains, cushions, school bags.
Bread + cheese + tomato = a sandwich.
Carbs, fruit & veg, protein, dairy — all in balance.
Tap any card to flip it. On phones, swipe sideways for the next card.
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About this resource
The vocabulary children need to talk about design and technology at KS1. Each card pairs a term with a clear everyday-language definition and a real-world example. Used as a starter or homework warm-up, the deck embeds the language children need to discuss their own making.
What you'll learn
- Building strong structures DfE NC D&T KS1 technical knowledge (structures)
- Cooking & where food comes from DfE NC D&T KS1 cooking and nutrition
- Mechanisms: levers, sliders, wheels DfE NC D&T KS1 technical knowledge (mechanisms)
- The design–make–evaluate process DfE NC D&T KS1 design + make + evaluate
- Working with textiles DfE NC D&T KS1 make (materials)
Inside this resource
- 12 flip cards
For the student — how to do this
You're going to flip through a deck of flash cards about design and technology. It should take about 10 minutes. Take your time — there's no rush. If you get stuck, ask a grown-up.
For parents and carers
This is a deck of flash cards for Key Stage 1 design and technology — about 10 minutes of focused activity. Your child can flip through this on their own or with you alongside. There's no pressure to finish in one sitting.
Their best score, the time taken, and any answers they got wrong will all be saved automatically to your dashboard so you can see how they're getting on.
For teachers and tutors
A a deck of flash cards aligned to the DfE National Curriculum for Key Stage 1 design and technology. Use as a standalone activity, a homework task, or a lesson plenary.
Pupils' completion data and assessment scores flow into the class dashboard so you can spot who needs support and on which sub-topic.
How to check the work
Flashcards are a self-test tool. Ask the child to say what's on the back BEFORE flipping. They're ready to move on when they get 9 out of 10 correct two sessions in a row.