This Design and technology scheme of work video introduces the final stage of the mechanisms unit, supporting teachers as they guide Year 1 children in designing, making and evaluating their own pull-along toys. It explores how to define a user, create design criteria, plan using annotated diagrams and make key design decisions. Teachers are guided through the construction process using recycled materials and masking tape and shown how to support the children in decorating their toys to meet both aesthetic and mechanical requirements.

This video breaks down the design-make-evaluate process clearly so teachers feel confident and prepared to support the children in creating fun, functional toys in the lesson and unit below.

See more of our Year 1 Design and technology scheme of work.

• Design and technology, Year 1, Mechanisms: Wheels and axles, *New* Mechanisms: Wheels and axles, Lesson 5: Making a pull-along toy.
• Design and technology, Year 1, Mechanisms: Wheels and axles, *New* Mechanisms: Wheels and axles.