List

Design

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

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project

Flip your mat!

What shape and size of drinks mat is best for flipping and catching?

Witch's Hat
problem

Witch's hat

Age
11 to 16
Challenge level
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What shapes should Elly cut out to make a witch's hat? How can she make a taller hat?
Perspective Drawing
problem

Perspective drawing

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

Oblique projection

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

Isometric drawing

Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
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Explore the properties of isometric drawings.
How the Velodrome found its form
article

How the velodrome found its form

The Velodrome was one of the most striking buildings in the London 2012 Olympic Park. This article explores how mathematics helped design the iconic building and its track.