simple machines

Introduces readers to coding with WeDo.

Introduction to essential coding terms & concepts, including graphical user interface (GUI) & robotics using Lego WeDo.

Photographs and simple text introduce simple machines.

"Leo teaches his cat Pallas all about simple machines by applying his knowledge of science to their stone age world. This fun introduction to science concepts explains wheel and axles, levers, pulleys, wedges, screws, and more. Information boxes accompany each story to explore real applications of simple machines in the natural and designed world."--Provided by publisher.

Introduces young scientists to springs, with historical and contemporary examples, and step-by-step projects that range from the simple to the more challenging.

Introduces young scientists to screws, with historical and contemporary examples, and step-by-step projects that range from the simple to the more challenging.

"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to ramps and wedges. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of ramps and wedges. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging"--Provided by publisher.

"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to the lever. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of levers. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging"--Provided by publisher.

"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to pulleys. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of pulleys. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging"--Provided by publisher.