Franklin Institute—Simple Machines

The Franklin Institute has basic Simple Machine information. Scroll to the bottom of the page to find three additional links. The first link, The Elements of Machines: Simple Machines, has more good basic information. The second link, Exploring Leonardo Homepage, you need to enter Simple Machines in the search box. The third link, Simple Machines Activities, is mainly for teachers.

Brain Pop—Simple Machines

A subscription is needed to view the videos, but the basic information an examples are free and good.

Quia—Simple Machines

A fun quiz to make sure the information is understood, but the sight should be subscribed.

University of Houston—Simple Machines

Very basic information, but often very good experiments using everyday objects that demonstrate how the machines work.

Ed Tech—Simple Machines

A list of links, not all are good or work, but if you still need more information, this might help

 

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