[Una Halpin]

Hi Fiona

I like your trigger. I’m sure the children will all feel sorry for poor Teddy getting all wet in the rain and will want to make him a good coat and they will enjoy getting to discuss the various options.  You might add to your investigation by discussing what makes a good raincoat. Does it just have to keep the rain out or are other things important? Ask them to predict which materials will keep the rain out but also ask what else is important. Tinfoil might keep the rain out but would Teddy like to wear a tinfoil coat? I love the idea of a template to make the raincoat or umbrella. It would make it easier for younger children to make and test the final product on teddy after they have tested the materials.

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