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Simple Machines: Pulleys
Valerie Bodden
Paperback (Creative Paperbacks, Feb. 2, 2011)Explains how pulleys work and describes some common examples, such as gears and chains, that have been used throughout history.
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Levers
Martha Elizabeth Hillman Rustad
Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2018)Learn about how a lever works! Beginner readers and budding young scientists will love learning about using simple machines in everyday situations. Along the way, readers will be supported by expertly leveled text, a strong text-photo match and appropriate text load. Readers will be excited to dig in and learn all about simple machines and basic physics concepts.
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Pulleys
Andrea Rivera
Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Dec. 15, 2016)From elevators to flagpoles, pulleys are at work all over in our world today. Learn all about them in five easy-to-read chapters. Vibrant, full-color photos, bolded glossary words, and a key stats section let readers zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
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Wheels and Cranks
David Glover
Paperback (Heinemann, May 8, 2006)What would the world be life if we didn't have wheels? How do you think the ancient Egyptians moved huge stones to build the pyramids? Why does a mountain bike have such thick knobby tires? How do you think toys moved before batteries were invented? This title shows you how different kinds of these two simple machines are all around you to make your work and play easier.
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Wheels and Axles
Michael Dahl
Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 1996)Describes many different kinds, uses, and benefits of wheels and axles. Includes information on gears, sprockets, cranks, and cams.
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Inclined Planes
Martha Elizabeth Hillman Rustad
Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2018)Learn about how an inclined plane works! Beginner readers and budding young scientists will love learning about using simple machines in everyday situations. Along the way, readers will be supported by expertly leveled text, a strong text-photo match and appropriate text load. Readers will be excited to dig in and learn all about simple machines and basic physics concepts.
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Wedges
Andrea Rivera
Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Dec. 15, 2016)From axes to doorstops, wedges are at work all over in our world today. Learn all about them in five easy-to-read chapters. Vibrant, full-color photos, bolded glossary words, and a key stats section let readers zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
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Emergency Vehicles
Ian Graham
Paperback (Creative Co, Jan. 1, 2009)"Describes in detail the special features of police cars, firefighting planes, rescue subs, ambulances, and how they work"--Provided by publisher.
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Screws
David Glover
Paperback (Heinemann, May 8, 2006)How are a boat propeller, water faucet, and spiral staircase alike? How can a screw keep your soda pop from getting flat? How can a screw help you plant a tree? Why might a large wrench work better than a small one? This title shows you how different kinds of these simple machines are all around you to make your work and play easier.
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Simple Machines: Inclined Planes
Valerie Bodden
Paperback (Creative Paperbacks, Feb. 2, 2011)"A foundational look at inclined planes, explaining how these simple machines work and describing some common examples, such as ramps, that have been used throughout history"--Provided by publisher.
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The Inclined Plane
Patricia Armentrout
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, July 1, 1997)Text and pictures introduce the inclined plane, a simple machine consisting of a slanted surface or ramp to make work easier.
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