Mechanisms: Wheels and axles

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Lessons

Lesson 1: How do wheels move?

  • To understand how wheels move.

Lesson 2: Fixing broken wheels

  • To identify what stops wheels from turning.

Lesson 3: Designing a vehicle

  • To design a moving vehicle.

Lesson 4: Wacky races

  • To build a moving vehicle.

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axle

axle holder

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Assessment D&T Y1: Wheels and axles

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