Pulleys and Gears


Book Description

The 11 lessons in this module introduce students to single and compound pulleys and gear systems. Students investigate, design, and construct various pulley systems and gear mechanisms.Also included:materials lists activity descriptions questioning techniques activity centre and extension ideas assessment suggestions activity sheets and visuals The module offers a detailed introduction to the Hands-On Science program (guiding principles, implementation guidelines, an overview of the skills that young students use and develop during scientific inquiry), a list of children's books and websites related to the science topics introduced, and a classroom assessment plan with record-keeping templates.




Using Pulleys and Gears


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Pulleys are simple machines that use a wheel, an axle and some rope or string. They are usually used to help you lift things up. Find out all about this simple machine in this title.




Springs


Book Description

Springs have been used for more than 500 years as a simple machine that can make other machines work. When you open a screen door, open an umbrella, sit on a sofa, or sleep on a mattress you are using springs. This book explains what springs are and how they help you do everyday things. Topics include: Why won't a Slinky go up stairs? How can a catapult help a place take off? How does a clock work?




What Do Pulleys and Gears Do?


Book Description

Introduces the principles of pulleys and gears as simple machines, using examples from everyday life. Suggested level: primary.




Pulleys and Gears


Book Description

Introduces the principles of pulleys and gears as simple machines, using examples from everyday life.




Pulleys and Gears


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What pulls a flag up a flagpole? How does a bicycle chain help the bicycle move? What makes an escalator move? Pulleys and gears are simple machines that can be used to make other machines work. When you take an escalator, ride in a car, use a fishing rod, or wear a watch you are using pulleys and gears. Pulleys and Gears explains what these machines are and how they help you do everyday things.




Pulleys


Book Description

This packet acts as a fulcrum for knowledge, helping with the work of teaching students about simple machines. Explore the effects of these machines with activities and lessons that focus in detail on different types of pulleys and their uses. Reinforce or test students’ understanding using the provided discussion questions, worksheets, and answers.




Pulleys and Gears


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Simple Experiments with Pulleys


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Pulleys are simple machines that have many uses, from lifting an injured boater into a rescue helicopter to drawing a bucket of water from a well! This book explains the science behind this helpful machine. Experiments, presented step-by-step and with photos, encourage students to engage with the pulleys in their own lives.