simple machines

"Two enterprising mice, Ginger and Mac, are on a mission to bring home an especially aromatic vanilla cupcake with pink buttercream frosting. They have discovered that the amount of work you need to put into a job can almost always be decreased by using one of six simple machines: a lever, a wheel and axle, a pulley, an inclined plane, a wedge or a screw. Simple machines have only one or two parts that can usually be found around the house--and they can make life a lot easier! Ginger and Mac make use of all six simple machines and manage to overcome all obstacles in their mission to secure a delicious frosted treat"--Provided by the publisher.

Learn how different simple machines offer different mechanical advantages, as well as how they can combine to form complex machines capable of more complicated tasks.

"From levers to pulleys, simple machines make our lives easier. They help roll, lift, cut, tip, and turn everyday objects . . . readers will dig into the science behind how we use simple machines to get the job done"--Publisher.

"In the story of Rapunzel, the prince had to climb Rapunzel's hair to reach the top of the tower, but a pulley system would have been easier to use. Describes how pulleys work, and their uses. Includes a project to build your own pulley system and 'In the Real World' examples"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an introduction to simple machines.

"A chicken hops a ride to school to see what the humans do there all day and unlocks the superpowers of math and science, which she uses to save the coop"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn about mechanics as you build a vending machine like ancient Greek engineer Hero of Alexandria did, or a tentacle prosthetic arm like industrial design student Kaylene Kau, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Explains how simple machines such as wheels, levers, and inclined planes work, discussing the forces they use and ways that people utilize them.

"What does it take to make a simple trap? Gather some supplies and try it out for yourself! Discover tips and ideas on how to build the best trap around!"--Provided by publisher.