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Lesson 4: Two levers together

Making functional mechanisms with two levers by choosing appropriate materials.
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Learning objective

  • To make mechanisms with two levers.

Success criteria

  • I can select the right materials to use.

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Explain that the children will think carefully about similarities and differences. Display the Presentation: Odd one out and explain the activity to the children. Allow time for paired discussion.

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In this unit

Assessment – D&T Y2: Mechanisms: LeversLesson 1: SeesawsLesson 2: Levers in actionLesson 3: Scissors
Lesson 4: Two levers together
Lesson 5: Everyday levers
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 12 March 2026

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