This Design and Technology video introduces teachers to the fundamentals of pop-up book mechanisms, equipping them with the knowledge to guide Year 5 pupils in constructing interactive and engaging books. It covers an introduction to sliders, demonstrating how spacers help control movement and the importance of using layers to conceal mechanisms while ensuring functionality. Teachers will learn practical steps for building, assembling, and securing moving parts, helping children understand how mechanical systems work in book design.

This video is part of Design and Technology, Year 5, Mechanical Systems: Making a Pop-up Book unit. It simplifies complex construction techniques, ensuring teachers feel confident and prepared to help children explore the engineering and design process behind pop-up books in the lesson and unit below.

Design and Technology, Year 5, Mechanical Systems: Making a Pop-up Book unit.
Design and Technology key stage 2 scheme of work