Learning intention
- To make a model rocket by thinking like a computer scientist.
Success criteria
- I can follow instructions to build a
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Cambridge Primary Computing (0059) Learning objectives
Computational Thinking
1CT.01 Follow the steps
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Show the Presentation: Recap and recall. Ask the questions on the slide.
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Differentiation
Learners needing support:
- Could refer to the Resource: Rocket Instructions while making their rockets, and follow the steps in order.
- Should be encouraged to think about each part of the rocket in turn, and how to make it.
Learners working at a stretch:
- Could be challenged to build the rocket independently.
- Could suggest and add extra features to their rocket.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Learners with secure understanding can:
- Identify parts of
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Vocabulary definitions
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algorithm
A set of clear step-by-step instructions to solve a problem or complete a task.
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computer scientist
Someone who helps people solve problems using computers.
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In this unit
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 20th November, 2025
Lesson 1: Meet Nina and Luca
Recognising the different ways Nina and Luca can use computers, including to keep in touch.
Lesson 5: Send a Bee-Bot to the Moon
Writing instructions to follow a path.
Lesson 4: Rocket data
Collecting and presenting data about a class set of rockets in order to answer questions.
Lesson 3: Could a robot build a rocket?
Finding and correcting errors in a set of instructions for building a rocket.
