Unit of Inquiry #1: How The World Works
Central Idea: Simple Machines Make Work Easier
Central Idea: Simple Machines Make Work Easier
Want to inquire into simple machines? Check out these videos!
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Click below for more cool information and videos!
http://mentalfloss.com/article/51467/19-things-you-might-not-know-were-invented-canada http://idahoptv.org/sciencetrek/topics/simple_machines/facts.cfm http://www.mikids.com/Smachines.htm http://easyscienceforkids.com/all-about-simple-machines/ https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Info/Simple-Machines-Used-in-Cars-Lessons-and-Activities (Thanks for sharing, Megan!) |
Lines of Inquiry:
1) Types of simple machines. 2) How machines contribute to everyday life. 3) How forces and energy relates to simple machines. |
Can you INFER what "mechanical advantage" means? If you figure it out, go tell Mr. Fong!