Week+1--Jan+24-Jan+28+(Introduction+to+Simple+Machines)


 * This week you will:**
 * 1. Learn to identify simple machines and explain how they work**
 * 2. Understand that simple machines make work easier by changing the direction or strength of a force**

__Step One__ Introduction: There is a box of books on the floor that you have to move to the table. How can you get the box of books from the floor to the table without //lifting// them? Draw a picture of your idea and write step by step directions.

__Step Two__ Directions: Answer the following questions about your drawing and step-by-step directions: 1. Did you use any machines in your drawing? If yes, what kinds of machines? 2. What is a machine?

__Step Three__ Directions: Print the following "pre-test" and answer the questions after reading pages F-98 through F-104 in your science textbook.

Pre-Test: []

You may also use the following websites to help you complete the "pre-test." []

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__Step Three__ Directions: Return to your drawing and step-by-step directions to move the books from the floor to the table. Answer the following question: 1. Are there any simple machine that you didn't notice before?

__Additional Activities__ Play the simple machine game on this website: []