Simple Machines

You and your partner have been sent on a wilderness adventure in the Smoky Mountains.  You have been given access to only six simple machines to help you in your survival.  Your first task on this adventure is to research the six simple machines and how they can be used.  You will need to complete the Simple Machine Fact Sheet.  You should use the following links to help you in this task.

http://sln.fi.edu/qa97/spotlight3/spotlight3.html On this link you are simply reading for information.

http://www.mikids.com/Smachines.htm  Be sure to take the quiz at the bottom of the page to make sure you understand.

http://teacher.scholastic.com/dirtrep/simple/index.htm Click on Investigate the Facts and read about each simple machine.

http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/WebLessons/SimpleMachines/machines002.htm Be sure to watch the movie for each machine using Windows Media Player and also click on the examples of each simple machine.

Now that you have done your research, you should be able to confidently fill out your Simple Machine Fact Sheet.  You may revisit sites for more information if you are uncertain.  Click on the word document below, save it to the desktop, and then go to the desktop to open it.  Then follow the directions on the document.  After you complete the document, make sure both students' names are on it and turn it in to the science folder.