In y3 we have been having a go at constructing paper automata. It ties in with our Victorian topic and bridges the gap between Art and Design Technology. We are using a simple cam mechanism.
Managed to start putting the armatures for our ambitious papier mache sculptures together today. Have decided that the 'gymnasts' will be stereotypical Victorian - striped costumes, handlebar 'tasches etc. Possibly with the obligatory set of dumbells!