How
Do Machines Make
Work Easier?
Task: Research a simple machine to discover how it works and how it makes our lives easier. You will have 3 days of class time to put together a presentation about your simple machine. Your group will be responsible for teaching the class about that particular simple machine. Be creative in your approach. You may include models, skits, videos, power point, etc. as part of your presentation.
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A one-page handout for your audience that summarizes the essential points of your presentation. |
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A visual aid that compliments your handout and presentation (i.e. posters or tri-fold) |
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Collection of examples of your simple machine that are used in everyday life. |
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Use my equipment to demonstrate how your simple machine works |
Presentation: You will have 12 to 15 minutes to present your topic to the class.
Sources: Beginning your research
Read the article on Simple Machines in
New Book of Popular Science
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Intro to Simple Machines |
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Learning Site |
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Inventors Toolbox |
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Simple Machines |
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Pictures of simple machines are part of Leonardo DaVinci's website. Many of the principles were in use many thousands of years before. |
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Clip Art
for Simple Machines - search
the item you are looking for, not "simple machines."
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