Build a chariot and research the Circus Maximus

Topics Year 2/3
This unit is part of The Romans in Britain - NEW LOOK Roman entertainment

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Objectives

Design and Technology

Select from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks accurately.
Select from and use a wider range of materials and components and materials, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their functional properties and aesthetic qualities.

History

Select and organise relevant historical information.

Lesson Planning

Children use variety of tools and materials to create their own chariot.

Teaching Outcomes:

To safely and accurately select tools and equipment to build a Roman chariot.
To research the Circus Maximus and understand its significance in Roman chariot racing history.

Children will:

Select from a range of materials based on their functional properties.
Use a range of tools to make a Roman chariot.
Make a Roman chariot according to the design brief.
Have a good idea of the location, size and significance of the Circus Maximus.

Planning

Provided Resources

Circus Maximus record sheet
Images of various chariot designs

Unit Resources

You Will Need

Wood, straws, cotton reels, paper clips
Blu-tack, Plasticine
Saws, dowel, bench hook or G clamp
Design sheet
Playmobil Roman chariot and horses or suitable alternative
Topic books and internet access

Weblinks

Circus Maximus from ancient.eu.com