Simple Machines
VA Standard3.2 The student will investigate and understand simple machines and their uses. Key concepts include
a) purpose and function of simple machines; b) types of simple machines; c) compound machines; and d) examples of simple and compound machines found in the school, home, and work environments. |
Applying Knowledge3.2 a purpose and function of simple machines
3.2b types of simple machines
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ChallengeStudents need to work together, with the given materials (toothpicks, hot glue gun, spool, string, paperclip, 2 wooden dowels), to create a functioning crane.
The crane must turn 360 degrees and must include a pulley to lift. |
Students go through the engineering design process to complete all of their challenges. Here is an example of a students' IMAGINE step.
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