Examples could be ones with cogs, wind-up toys, toys that use springs. Interview Students talk about the moving toys they have at home. Interview older family members to find out the types of moving toys in their childhood. Discuss similarities and differences and the changes in construction and materials. Students take notes and from the information gathered, explore ways to use a range of materials when designing and making their moving toy.
Construction Investigate a collection of moving toys that contain, for example, a cam mechanism.
Look in more detail at the moving part of the toy. Discuss the importance of the decoration surrounding the mechanism which gives the toy its finished quality. Students to read these books independently or with a partner. Planning Students brainstorm ideas for a moving toy. Encourage the student to draw a thumbnail sketch first.