Lesson 1: Pivots, levers and linkages
Learning that a lever is something that turns on a pivot and that a linkage is a system of levers that are connected by pivots.New statutory RSHE guidance is here. We’re creating our brand new RSE & PSHE scheme ready for September 2026. Learn more
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Before starting this unit, check that the children can recall:
A mechanism is the parts of an object that move together.
Many different everyday objects use mechanisms, from cars to pop-up books.
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 27 March 2026
