Chicken Little Booklet Year 7- Machine Skills & Materials

Chicken Little

In this unit of work you will develop your practical and design skills. The aim of the project is to develop your knowledge and understanding of the sewing machine and Materials. You will demonstrate safe use of the sewing machine and produce a chicken beanbag toy. You will research into a variety of fabrics and demonstrate a greater understanding of fabric properties.

Assessment ObjectivesIn this project you will be assessed on how well you can:

Use the Sewing Machine safely and correctly. Research a variety of Materials. Extend your knowledge of textile production.

My Current Level isMy Target Level is

Name__________________Form________Group__________ Safety FirstIt is important when using any equipment in the Technology room, that you follow the safety rules.

Using the words below, complete these safety rules:

1. Make sure the needle is sharp and_____________, or it may break or_______________ stitches.

2. Never let the machine run_______________ without material, the threads will tangle.

3. Never let anyone else_________________ the hand wheel for you or press the_________________.

4. Make sure the foot pedal is_________________ your sewing machine before sewing.

5. Do not_____________ to others when you are using the sewing machine, or distract others.

Talk Turn Straight Under Miss PedalThreadedIn the box below, write down at least 5 more safety rules for when you are using the sewing machine.

1.______________________________________________________________________________2.______________________________________________________________________________3.______________________________________________________________________________4.______________________________________________________________________________5.______________________________________________________________________________Assessment

Level

3Level

4Level

5

Safety Rules when working in the technology room

You have suggested a 3 safety rules, some which are specific for the sewing machine.

You have suggested 5 safety rules all specific for using the sewing machine.In addition to level 4 you have correctly completed the missing words with correct spellings.

History TimeBelow, write in different sources you could use to research who invented the sewing machine.

Sources of research

Find out who invented the sewing machine, when and where?

Fill in the gaps using the words belowThe first sewing machine was patented in____________. This machine, however, never progressed beyond the patent model stage. A French tailor, built the first practical sewing machine in ____________. An American inventor______________________________, devised the first ___________________machine about______________. Another American inventor________________________________, laid the ground work for the ____________________of the machines.

1829 Walter Hunt mass production 1790 lockstitch Isaac Merrit Singer 1834Useful websites: www.husqvarnastudio.co.uk/overview/machine and www.ismacs.net/smhistoryAssessmentLevel

3Level

4Level

5

Research Methods

You have suggested 2-3 sources of research and attempted to complete the history time paragraph.

You have suggested 5 sources of research and correctly identified the missing history time words In addition to level 4 you have correctly suggested the most appropriate research methods and explained which method would be the most useful.

Parts of the sewing machine

THREAD HOLDERThis is where you put the thread when winding the spool and when stitching.HAND WHEEL

This has direct contact with the needle. You must always turn the HAND WHEEL towards you.

STITCH LENGTH

Controls the length of the stitch.SELECTOR

STITCH Width

Controls the width of the stitch.

SELECTOR

PATTERN SELECTOR

Adjust for the different patterns available.TENSION DISK

Must never be touched. Balances the top and bottom threads.PICK UP LEVER

Picks up the thread from the reel to get ready for the next stitch. When starting and finishing it should always be in the highest position.NEEDLE & NEEDLE CLAMPPierces the fabric to form the stitches. Undo this to replace the needle.

PRESSURE FOOT

Holds the fabric in position when stitching.PRESSURE FOOT LEVER

Used to operate the pressure foot.BED PLATE The flat bed where you place the fabric when machining.

SPOOL WINDER

Refills the spool when empty.SPOOL & SPOOL CASEHolds the bottom thread that helps to form stitches. Hold the spool when stitching.REVERSE STITCH BUTTONReverse the feed to sew over stitches already sewn, to strengthen them.

Mass Production.CottonPolyester..Properties.Synthetic..

Manufacture.

Research.....CAD...CAM....What have you learnt about the sewing machine?1. Which part of the machine is used to hold the fabric in place when sewing?

a) Drop feed

b) Stitch length

c) Pressure foot

2. Why is it important? ______________________________________________________________

3. What is the stitch length and stitch width for the follow stitches?

Straight Stitch

Zig Zag StitchLength ____________

Length ____________Width ____________

Width ____________Tension

1. What will happen to your work if the machine stitch is too loose?2. What will happen to your work if the machine stitch is too tight?

Assessment

Level

3Level

4Level

5

Understanding of the Sewing machine

You have shown a basic understanding of how to use the sewing machine and you have correctly identified some of the sewing machine controls.

You have correctly identified all of the machine controls and shown a good understanding of how a sewing machine works. You have also passed your sewing machine test.In addition to level 3&4 you have consistently worked in a safe manner during practical lessons and are able to identify each part of the sewing machine correctly.

EvaluationOnce you have completed your chicken you must evaluate it by discussing the best and worst parts of your final product.

The best part of my chicken was ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________The worst part of my chicken was __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________I enjoyed doing __________________________________________________________________________If I were to make it again I would ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________I could modify my final chicken by__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________This would allow me to improve my level further.

DRIVING LICENCE -SEWING MACHINE

Name D.o.BFHS ENGLANDSignature

AssessmentLevel

3Level

4Level

5

Use sewing machine safely and correctly

You have used a range of tools with some accuracy to cut and prepare your chicken sample. You have demonstrated a basic understanding of safety and have produced your chicken with some straight lines and corners.

You have also worked safely when producing your chicken sample. You have paid attention to how your chicken is finished and the felt pieces are in the correct place.

In addition to level 3&4 you have selected and used a range of tools and equipment, using them safely with accuracy. Your chicken is well constructed and you have inspected your finished product and made changes where needed.

Chicken RunCut out the diagrams and use those to form a storyboard add your own notes to explain each stage of the making process.

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Chicken Little Production Story Board

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Material Research Fabrics have a range of different properties and are used to make lots of products. Using the internet choose 4 fibres and research the following headings below.FibresOriginEnd UseCross section Shape

Explain what you understand about the following Fibres

Man Made/Natural

Properties

Understanding

Cotton

Wool

Nylon

Polyester

Assessment

Level

3Level

4Level

5

Understanding of the Sewing machine

You have attempted the chicken story brad with 3-4 correct steps. You have also shown a basic understanding of materials and properties.

You have completed the chicken story board in the correct order and completed the missing words. You have also identified a range of fibres and matched correctly their end uses.In addition to level 3&4 you have wrote your own story board and discussed the main parts of the production. You have also shown a good and accurate understanding of all fibres, properties, origins and end uses.

PhotographTake a photo of your final chicken and stick it in the box below.

Peer Assessment

Look closely at your final product and ask 2 friends to level it, record carefully their levels and then assess it yourself, you must also explain why you think this.

Friend 1 level is>

Friend 2 level is >

Self Assessment

Level is>My reasons are>

Homework Record

Week No

Homework Topic

Completed? /Mark

Week 1

Who invented the sewing machine?

Week 3

Man Made or Natural?

Week 5

Materials- where do I come from?

Week 7

Spelling Test

Spelling Bank Fabric

Ideas

Nylon

Wool

Fibres

Polyester

Production

Machine

Cotton

Evaluation

Stitch

Spool

Properties

Thread

Research

Safely

Man MadeMaterials

Knowledge

Design

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Include the following word and phrases

Right sides facingpinning

Cotton fabricmachine stitches

Seam allowanceflat seam

Tailors chalkslip stitch

Felttacking

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