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Design and Technology: Literacy

Our View on Literacy in Design and Technology

At Hartismere, we are dedicated to fostering a love of reading across all subjects, including Design and Technology. We believe that literacy is a cornerstone of academic success and personal growth. By promoting reading, we help pupils enhance their comprehension, critical thinking, and creativity, which are vital skills in Design and Technology.

We recognise that some pupils may need additional support, guidance, and encouragement with their reading. To address this, we have implemented several exciting initiatives: Reading in Form Times, Library Lessons, Read a Book Week and many more.

We strongly believe that reading has the power to shape pupils' futures, aid their progress across the curriculum, and allow them to express themselves wherever life takes them.

Explore Exciting Books Related to Design and Technology

Below is a video showcasing an array of books that are perfect for pupils interested in Design and Technology. This includes texts suitable for KS3, KS4, and KS5, as well as essential textbooks and revision guides.

Through these resources, we aim to inspire and support our pupils in their educational journey, making reading an integral part of their learning experience in Design and Technology.

Documents

In this section...

Year 10

Year 8

Year 7

SketchUp | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Fusion360 | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Tinkercad | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Y6 Primary Transition - Transport of the Future

Design & Technology Trips

Shapr3D | Create 3D digital designs with online CAD

Sixth Form

See also...

A Level CS: Algorithm Assembly Instructions

Public Services

Social Sciences

Year 10 British Farming Fortnight

Hartismere 200

GCSE Past papers and mark schemes

Careers & Futures Programme Feedback - Parents

Creative iMedia

Professional Services

Science & Innovation

Explore...

WAR HORSE, Norwich Theatre Royal, Thursday 6th November 2025 Places available

Dracula, 1931 - Don't look in the mirror

The Lost Boys opening

A levels: pre-reading and research materials

The Wave: Autocracy clip part 2 (clip 3 of 9)

What happens to your examination script?

Enrichment Opportunities 2025-26

Stay Creative. Choose Creativity.

How to analyse sound in films

Get involved in the Hartismere: 'Focus Your Fitness February Challenge!

New...

Summer 2026 Examinations

CABARET THE MUSICAL. London. Y9-13. Weds 15th April 2026- Only a few places left

March 2026 Year 11 Mocks

8y4 Gradients

8S1 25/02/26

Hartismere Family :: Policy Documents

Chicago Teen edition - tickets available soon

Parents Evening :: Year 11

Discover...

Curriculum A Level GCSE Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 Keystage 5 GCSE Options Year 9 Options Highereducation ICT C# Practice SCI Revision Economics Learnit Nutrition GCSE CS Musical Theatre Extra-Curricular Python Theatre Careersfair Year 8 Cinematography Chicago

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