DT - I can make a leaver and pivot moving mechanism.

 Today, year 1 looked at more moving mechanisms. The focus of today’s session was leavers on a pivot. We used split pins to connect our main part and our leaver together. Have a look at some of our fantastic cat or dragon creations. 


















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