A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the unit Design and Technology, Year 1, Making a moving storybook.

This resource introduces pupils to simple mechanisms and movement through the creation of a storybook with sliders. It defines and illustrates key vocabulary such as “assemble,” “mechanism,” “model,” and “sliders,” while providing clear visual examples of horizontal and vertical movement. Pupils learn to plan (design), test and evaluate their creations based on set design criteria and a target audience. The combination of technical language, diagrams and hands-on activity supports foundational understanding of mechanisms in a fun and accessible context.

• Design and technology scheme of work.
• Year 1 Design and technology scheme of work.