Mission Objective
Levers, pulleys and wheels are used every day to lift or move heavy objects such as pulleys in an elevator, handle levers on a wheelbarrow, or the tires on a bicycle. In this mission, apprentices will be introduced to these simple machines and learn about their benefits through experimentation and play.
Projects:
Spin Your Wheels
The Force of Friction
Twirling Tops
Automatic Puppet Show
Pushing and Pulling
Use Your Leverage
Playing with Pulleys
Soft Launch