In Year 1, we absolutely love Design and Technology because it’s a chance to get hands-on, creative, and develop practical skills. Last term, inspired by Joe Wicks, we designed and made our own healthy fruit salads. This project helped us to meet key objectives, including learning to use basic techniques such as chopping, peeling and coring, and understanding the importance of hygiene and safety when preparing food. The children were enthusiastic throughout, with one saying, “I loved making my fruit salad and eating it at the end!”
By exploring food preparation and the principles of healthy eating, the children developed their confidence and creativity while working to design, make and evaluate their own creations. It was fantastic to see their pride and enjoyment as they tasted their delicious results!
