This series of short films for primary schools contains concise explanations of a variety of design and technology topics.
These short films are suitable for teaching design and technology (D&T) at KS2 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and 1st and 2nd level in Scotland.
How to make a structure stronger. video
Join three primary-aged pupils as they build different types of towers and learn how to make them stronger.
How to make a structure waterproof. video
Follow two primary-aged pupilds as they build a den in their garden and learn how make it waterproof.
Axles. video
Two primary-aged pupils show us how to make balloon cars to help us understand how axles work.
Hinges. video
In this short film we observe two primary-aged pupils as they make simple hinges for their treasure boxes.
Where next?
I Want to Design. collection
In this series of short films the designers from C±«Óătv's I Want My Own Room pass on their top tips and design know-how to provide children with ideas and inspiration to get creative.
Bitesize
Use these Bitesize resources to set homework, independent study tasks or to consolidate learning for your pupils.
Newsround
The latest news stories from Newsround to share in the classroom.
