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Angle properties

This collection of STEM resources is based around angle properties.  Resources are listed in order of stage.

Pinhole Camera
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Pinhole camera

Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
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Make your own pinhole camera for safe observation of the sun, and find out how it works.
Perspective Drawing
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Perspective drawing

Age
11 to 16
Challenge level
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Explore the properties of perspective drawing.
Oblique Projection
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Oblique projection

Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
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Explore the properties of oblique projection.
Isometric Drawing
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Isometric drawing

Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
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Explore the properties of isometric drawings.
Cool As Ice
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Cool as ice

Age
11 to 16
Challenge level
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Design and construct a prototype intercooler which will satisfy agreed quality control constraints.
Flower Power
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Flower power

Age
11 to 16
Challenge level
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Create a symmetrical fabric design based on a flower motif - and realise it in Logo.
First Forward into Logo
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First forward into Logo

Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
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This collection of resources takes you through the steps needed to program in Logo.
Far Horizon
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Far horizon

Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
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An observer is on top of a lighthouse. How far from the foot of the lighthouse is the horizon that the observer can see?

Perfect Eclipse
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Perfect eclipse

Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
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Use trigonometry to determine whether solar eclipses on earth can be perfect.
Construct the solar system
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Construct the solar system

Age
14 to 18
Challenge level
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Make an accurate diagram of the solar system and explore the concept of a grand conjunction.
Stadium Sightline
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Stadium sightline

Age
14 to 18
Challenge level
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How would you design the tiering of seats in a stadium so that all spectators have a good view?