Planning Drawing & Creation Plan
A chosen design becomes buildable when the main details, resources, dimensions, and sequence are clear.
Today students will…
Create
a planning drawing/diagram that outlines the main details.
Outline
a creation plan considering resources and time that a peer could follow.
Show what the maker needs.
Main form
Overall arrangement and structure.
Dimensions
Sizes that affect fit, function, or space.
Materials + joints
Where parts connect and what each part uses.
User interaction
Where the user holds, inserts, removes, or accesses.
Measure, mark, organize materials/tools.
Create the base form and critical supports.
Add divisions, supports, access features, or carrying elements.
Confirm fit, stability, access, and readiness for testing.
Materials
Card, board, paper, approved reclaimed or maker materials.
Joining
Teacher-approved tape, tabs, slots, fasteners, adhesives where allowed.
Tools
Only tools students have been taught and approved to use.
Time
Three making lessons — prioritize function first.
Draw → plan → peer-followability check.
Planning drawing
Add dimensions, materials, joints, and interaction details.
Creation plan
Outline steps, resources, and time.
Peer check
Can another student explain what they would do first, next, and with which resources?
Scope matches three making lessons.
Materials/tools/process are approved.
The design has a clear route to meeting the success criteria.
Plan and drawing contain enough detail for making.
Before leaving, confirm:
Next lesson
Students rehearse the most important technical skill briefly, then begin the major build.