
Who is this for?
The Intellectual Property Office and Aardman need you to have a look at the world around you. Imagine a cracking idea that can help get mundane jobs done quicker, better and most importantly from the comfort of a warm armchair!
What's available?
The 2019/20 Cracking Ideas competition includes a host of fun activities for children aged 5 to 11 plus guidance for teachers to kick start your childrens' Cracking Idea.
Lesson plans and activities
As well as this year’s exciting competition there are downloadable lesson plans for KS1 - KS4 students. Each has curriculum-linked group and individual tasks and full resource lists. Or take a look at some great design activities: what will you invent today?
Cracking Ideas 2019 - Key Stage 1

Age 5-7
Key Stage 1


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Cracking Ideas 2019 - Key Stage 2

Age 7-11
Key Stage 2


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Cracking Ideas Lesson Plan 12-16 year olds
Age 14-16
Key Stage 4

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Cracking Ideas Lesson Plan 5-7 year olds
Age 5-7
Key Stage 1

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Cracking Ideas Lesson Plan 7-11 year olds
Age 7-11
Key Stage 2

The Brief
Energetic and thought-provoking one hour lesson plan that encourages innovation and practical problem-solving. Clearly linked to Design & Technology but relevant to a range of subjects.
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Cracking Ideas Lesson Plan KS3
Age 11-14
Key Stage 3

The Brief
90 minute lesson plan focused on engaging students with the challenges and opportunities of product design. Ideal for use in Design & Technology, but has relevance to Business Studies, History ICT and other subjects.
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