Machines and Work: Across the Ages

(Grades 6 - 8)

Students explore simple machines and their importance in our modern world. Students demonstrate an understanding of the principles of simple machines through Internet research, apply knowledge to look for real-world applications, and determine multiple uses of simple machines in a design concept, then apply the patent process on a simple machine invention to improve an existing product

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Thanks to Rainy LaVenture for her implemented adaptations