Feeling Stuck Explaining How
Simple Machines Work?
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This is perfect for teachers and homeschooling parents!
Discover stress-free, ready-to-go lessons that break down levers, pulleys, and more
No engineering degree required.
- Explore the fascinating world of simple machines with hands-on lessons that captivate and inspire.
- Empower your child to design, build, and think like an inventorācreating solutions to real-world challenges.
- Inspire a lifelong curiosity with activities that make science and engineering both meaningful and fun!
Transform Your Science Lessons into Hands-On Engineering Adventures
Say goodbye to dull worksheets and hello to engaging activities!
Your child will uncover the power of simple machines through fun, interactive lessons that spark curiosity and build real-world skills.
Simple MachinesĀ Lessons
Unlock the power of engineering and show your child how simple machines make life easier!
- Dive into hands-on activities that bring levers, pulleys, and inclined planes to life through real-world applications.
- Enjoy stress-free teaching with 6 ready-to-go lessons, each packed with follow-up activities to ignite curiosity and creativity.
- Teach with confidence as you explore engineering concepts like force, motion, and the mechanics behind everyday tools.
- Simplify your prep time with lessons designed to use household materials and adaptable substitutes.
- Foster connection and discovery as your child builds models, solves challenges, and uncovers the simple machines hidden in their daily lives.
- Aligned with Montessori principles and NGSS standards, these lessons blend creativity with practical, scientific learning.
Empower your child to think like an engineer and see the world in a whole new way!
How It Works
Watch short videoĀ (10 - 15 minutes)
Written lesson plan
Hands-On Activities That Bring Simple Machines to Life
Explore 4-6 hands-on, cross-curricular activities per lesson that inspire creativity and critical thinking.
- Build and test levers, pulleys, and Archimedes screws to see engineering in action.
- Design Rube Goldberg machines, craft models, or write imaginative stories about simple machines.
- Solve real-world challenges like finding simple machines in everyday life or inventing mechanical solutions.
Ā Lesson Overview
Each lesson and downloadable pdf includes many choices for hands-on activities.
Lesson 1
Inclined Plane, Wedges & Screw
Discover how these simple machines reduce effort by changing the direction or distance of a force. Create your own Archimedes screw to see engineering in action!
Lesson 2
Wheel and Axle, Pulley, and Lever
Learn how these machines make work easier by reducing friction, changing direction, or multiplying force. Explore their everyday uses with hands-on examples.
LessonĀ 3
History of Simple Machines
Travel through time to uncover how simple machines have transformed human lifeāfrom ancient tools to modern engineering marvels.
Lesson 4
Levers and Law of Equilibrium
Experiment with levers and fulcrums to understand how balance, force, and distance work together in real-world applications.
Lesson 5
Simple Machines All Around Us
Search your surroundings for examples of simple machines, uncovering how they make everyday tasks easier and more efficient.
Lesson 6
Levers in the Human Body
Explore how levers operate within the body to understand the mechanics behind everyday movements like walking and lifting.
Why Choose To PurchaseĀ
Simple MachinesĀ Lesson Bundle?Ā
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Explore Engineering Together: Ignite curiosity as you uncover the everyday magic of simple machines and how they make life easier.
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Ready-to-Go with Minimal Prep: Simplify your teaching with pre-planned lessons that are fun, engaging, and easy to follow.
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Foster Independent Learners: Empower kids to think like engineers with hands-on activities that spark creativity and critical thinking.
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Created by a Professional: Designed by a Montessori-credentialed expert to make engineering concepts approachable and exciting.
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Discover Fascinating Engineering Facts: From Archimedesā screw to levers in the human body, every lesson reveals the wonders of engineering!
Simple Machines
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Giving Tuesday Price
$35
6 science lessons
$11.16Ā $5.83 per lesson
Priced lower than a hardcover picture book, these lessons build a library of curiosity and problem-solving!
One-time payment with unlimited access
Here's A Little About Me
I'm an elementary (1st - 6th grade) credentialed Montessori teacher with 11 years of teaching experience.
I love seeing children's eyes light up when they're experiencing hands-on activities.
After a college study abroad studying wildlife management in Kenya, I worked as a wildlife biologist in Colorado, New York and Cameroon.
Yes, my dream was to be the next Jane Goodall!
I've worked at CGMS (Center for Guided Montessori Studies) since 2017.
As an instructional guide, field consultant and practicum guide, I help adult learners earn their Montessori teaching credentials.
I love to read!
I'm state credentialed to teach middle school and high school biology.
Once upon a time, I was classroom teacher struggling with balancing time prep, family and friends.
Now, I help YOU overcome the overwhelm!
I believe science and nature can bring us true happiness and peace.
When I was young, I wanted to be a veterinarian.
I have two elementary-aged children who inspire the lessons.
I love to travel - Mostly to eat local cuisine!
BETTER TOGETHER
Looking forward to getting to know you :)
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