Kemtec Science: Simple Machines

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Target Grades: 5-8
Number of Students:‚ 24 students working in six groups of four

An introductory kit for an entire unit exploring the basics of simple machines: inclined planes, levers, screws, wedges, axles with wheels, and gears. Ten hands-on experiments employing simple machines, most of which students build. Students culminate their studies with the ability to create their own simple machines. Includes instructor manual, extensive student worksheets, complete answer key, extension activities, hammer, pulleys, spring scales, rulers, string, weights, nails, screws, fulcrums, nuts and bolts, paper clips, and marbles. Meets national standards for grade levels 5-8.

Kit Contains:

• Instructor Manual
  
• Student Data Sheet
  
• Set of Figures and Illustrations‚ 
  
• String
  
• USS Thread Bolts and Nuts
  
• Machine Thread Bolts and Nuts
  
• Plastic Rulers‚ 
  
• Hammer
  
• Marbles‚ 
  
• Nails
  
• Wooden Triangular Blocks‚ 
  
• Ceramic Tiles
  
• Spring Scales‚ 
  
• Pulleys
  
• Jumbo Paper Clips