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Fun with Simple Machines


 Simple mechanical experiments show how basic machines work using everyday objects.

 Description : Through interactive, play‑based experiments, children learn how simple machines work. Hands‑on activities with levers, pulleys, and inclined planes make basic physics concepts both accessible and fun.

Category : Science
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal

 Curriculum :
          Module 1: Introduction to Simple Machines

Section 1: What Are Simple Machines?
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Simple Machines  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Simple Machines
- Lesson 2: Discovering Simple Machines  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Discovering Simple Machines

Section 2: The History of Simple Machines
- Lesson 1: Simple Machines Then and Now  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Simple Machines Then and Now
- Lesson 2: Tools from the Past  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Tools from the Past

Section 3: Simple Machines in Everyday Life
- Lesson 1: Finding Machines at Home  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Finding Machines at Home
- Lesson 2: Observing Machines Outdoors  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Observing Machines Outdoors

Section 4: How Simple Machines Work
- Lesson 1: The Concept of Force  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: The Concept of Force
- Lesson 2: Making Work Easier  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Making Work Easier

Section 5: Basic Machine Safety
- Lesson 1: Safe Exploration of Machines  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Safe Exploration of Machines
- Lesson 2: Responsible Play with Machines  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Responsible Play with Machines


Module 2: Exploring Levers

Section 1: Introduction to Levers
- Lesson 1: What Is a Lever?  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is a Lever?
- Lesson 2: Different Types of Levers  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Different Types of Levers

Section 2: Simple Lever Experiments
- Lesson 1: Balancing Objects with a Lever  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Balancing Objects with a Lever
- Lesson 2: Finding the Pivot Point  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Finding the Pivot Point

Section 3: Levers Around Us
- Lesson 1: Levers in the Playground (See-Saws)  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Levers in the Playground (See-Saws)
- Lesson 2: Levers at Home (Doors and Handles)  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Levers at Home (Doors and Handles)

Section 4: Building with Levers
- Lesson 1: Creating a Simple Seesaw  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Creating a Simple Seesaw
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Balance  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Balance

Section 5: Fun Lever Challenges
- Lesson 1: Using Levers to Move Objects  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Using Levers to Move Objects
- Lesson 2: Teamwork with Levers  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Teamwork with Levers


Module 3: Playing with Pulleys

Section 1: Introduction to Pulleys
- Lesson 1: What Is a Pulley?  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is a Pulley?
- Lesson 2: How a Pulley Works  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: How a Pulley Works

Section 2: Simple Pulley Systems
- Lesson 1: Constructing a Basic Pulley  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Constructing a Basic Pulley
- Lesson 2: Lifting a Toy with a Pulley  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Lifting a Toy with a Pulley

Section 3: Pulley Experiments
- Lesson 1: Changing the Direction of Force  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Changing the Direction of Force
- Lesson 2: Making Work Easier with Pulleys  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Making Work Easier with Pulleys

Section 4: Everyday Pulleys
- Lesson 1: Pulleys in Elevators  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Pulleys in Elevators
- Lesson 2: Pulleys at the Playground  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Pulleys at the Playground

Section 5: Fun Pulley Challenges
- Lesson 1: Creating Your Own Pulley System  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Creating Your Own Pulley System
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Different Weights  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Different Weights


Module 4: Inclined Planes Adventures

Section 1: Introduction to Inclined Planes
- Lesson 1: What Is an Inclined Plane?  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is an Inclined Plane?
- Lesson 2: Noticing Slopes Around Us  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Noticing Slopes Around Us

Section 2: Inclined Plane Experiments
- Lesson 1: Rolling Objects on a Slope  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Rolling Objects on a Slope
- Lesson 2: Adjusting the Angle of the Ramp  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Adjusting the Angle of the Ramp

Section 3: Inclined Planes in Daily Life
- Lesson 1: Ramps and Slides at the Playground  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Ramps and Slides at the Playground
- Lesson 2: Finding Ramps at Home  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Finding Ramps at Home

Section 4: How Inclined Planes Work
- Lesson 1: Understanding Gravity on a Slope  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding Gravity on a Slope
- Lesson 2: Learning About Friction  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning About Friction

Section 5: Fun with Inclined Planes
- Lesson 1: Building a Simple Ramp  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Building a Simple Ramp
- Lesson 2: Racing Toys Down a Ramp  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Racing Toys Down a Ramp


Module 5: Creative Combinations

Section 1: Combining Simple Machines
- Lesson 1: How Machines Work Together  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: How Machines Work Together
- Lesson 2: Basic Combinations: Levers and Pulleys  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Basic Combinations: Levers and Pulleys

Section 2: Building Multiple Machines
- Lesson 1: Creating a Small Machine World  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating a Small Machine World
- Lesson 2: Hands-On Machine Assembly  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Hands-On Machine Assembly

Section 3: Exploring Machine Interactions
- Lesson 1: How Machines Complement Each Other  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: How Machines Complement Each Other
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Mixed Machine Setups  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Mixed Machine Setups

Section 4: Machine Challenges
- Lesson 1: Solving Simple Machine Puzzles  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Solving Simple Machine Puzzles
- Lesson 2: Building a Combined Machine Structure  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Building a Combined Machine Structure

Section 5: Celebrating Our Machines
- Lesson 1: Revisiting All Simple Machines  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Revisiting All Simple Machines
- Lesson 2: Fun Machine Showcase and Review  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Fun Machine Showcase and Review