changing a material with or without cutting

Plan and make an interactive book

Design and technology

This unit develops pupils' knowledge of mechanisms through levers and linkages. They will apply this knowledge by exploring mechanisms and incorporating them into an interactive book with a user-centred focus.

Levers and linkages: interactive books

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

Can you match the words to their definition?

Which linkage shows the output being opposite to the input?  

Why does the pivot hole need to be accurate?

By accidentally changing the shape of a linkage when you cut it, this could affect its ...

A good way to get the users' views, needs and wants is through ...

Can you match these linkages to their description?

After user research interviews, the designer will complete a design ...

Which of these linkages has a lever that moves at right angles to each other?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Plan and make an interactive book

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.