How Simple Machines Help Us
World Around UsAges 6โ€“8

How Simple Machines Help Us

How does a seesaw lift someone heavier than you, and why is a screw like a wrapped-up ramp? Explore levers, pulleys, wedges, and wheels to see how simple machines trade a longer path for a smaller effort.

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How Simple Machines Help Us
World Around UsAges 6โ€“8

How Simple Machines Help Us

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How does a seesaw lift someone heavier than you, and why is a screw like a wrapped-up ramp? Explore levers, pulleys, wedges, and wheels to see how simple machines trade a longer path for a smaller effort.

Episodes

4 episodes ยท 10:36 total
Where should I push a lever to lift something easily?
Where should I push a lever to lift something easily?3:072213:07221
How does a seesaw lift someone heavier than you?
How does a seesaw lift someone heavier than you?2:13152:1315
Why is it easier to push a box up a ramp?
Why is it easier to push a box up a ramp?2:22132:2213
How can pulling down on a rope lift a flag up?
How can pulling down on a rope lift a flag up?2:52162:5216
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