Simple Experiments with Wheels and Axles

Simple Experiments with Wheels and Axles
Author: Chris Oxlade
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2013-07-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1615338659

Every time you turn on a faucet, ride a bike, or open a door, you're using a simple machine called a wheel and axle. This book uses clear text and practical, every-day examples to explain the physics behind the wheel and axle. Easy-to-read diagrams and large, vivid photographs aid understanding, and experiments encourage students to learn first-hand how this helpful simple machine works.

What Do Wheels Do All Day?

What Do Wheels Do All Day?
Author: April Jones Prince
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2006
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780618563074

The weels push, race, stroll, fly, whiz, and spin all day long.

Wheels and Axles in My Makerspace

Wheels and Axles in My Makerspace
Author: Tim Miller
Publisher: Simple Machines in My Makerspa
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2017-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780778733751

Children will enjoy this fascinating book which uses the principles of Makerspace to introduce them to the wheel and axle. Simple text describes the structure and uses of wheels and axles, and clear, step-by-step instructions show children how to make their own. Readers are then provided with stategies to start their own creative projects using the wheel and axle they made. Along the way, tips and helpful hints guide children on how to brainstorm and solve problems working as a team.

Holding a Door Open

Holding a Door Open
Author: Mari Schuh
Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2015-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1467780251

"Is it easier to lift toys with a wheel and axle or a wedge? Readers will learn about how simple machines work in this book for early readers" --

Rolling Along

Rolling Along
Author: Gerry Bailey
Publisher: Robotx Get Help from Simple Ma
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780778704188

Rolling Along explores the benefits and uses of the wheel and axle. RobbO and RobbEE build a cart to make it easier to move a heavy load, and learn how the wheel and axle are also used for lifting and turning.

Put Wheels and Axles to the Test

Put Wheels and Axles to the Test
Author: Roseann Feldmann
Publisher: Lerner Publications ™
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1541504097

What do bicycles, doorknobs, and screwdrivers have in common? All of them use wheels and axles to perform work! Wheels and axles are simple machines. They help us to do jobs more easily. But don't take our word for it. Put wheels and axles to the test with the fun experiments you'll find in this book. As part of the Searchlight BooksTM collection, this series sheds light on a key science question―How Do Simple Machines Work? Hands-on experiments, interesting photos, and useful diagrams will help you find the answer!

Get to Know Wheels and Axles

Get to Know Wheels and Axles
Author: Paul Challen
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2009
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780778744719

Children will be thrilled to learn about the many uses of wheels and axles, from doorknobs to the insides of a clock. Inviting design and photos makes wheels and axles fun to learn about for young readers. Kids will love the fun with wheels section of this wonderful new book.

Fred Flintstone's Adventures with Wheels and Axles

Fred Flintstone's Adventures with Wheels and Axles
Author: Mark Weakland
Publisher: Raintree
Total Pages: 25
Release: 2016-02-11
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 178202381X

Have a Yabba-Dabba-Doo day with Fred Flintstone as he explains how a wheel and axle works Fred shows readers the Flintstone way of using simple machines in everyday situations. With simple, informative text narrated by Fred and a few other Flintstone characters paired with colorful illustrations, students wil learn all about simple machines and basic physics concepts

Using Wheels and Axles

Using Wheels and Axles
Author: Wendy Sadler
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781410914446

The wheel and axle together is a simple machine. We see them all over the place. Without this simple machine we would not be able to drive to other places quickly, or go on a train. Find out all about this simple machine in this title.

Making Machines with Wheels and Axles

Making Machines with Wheels and Axles
Author: Chris Oxlade
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2015
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1410968111

Making Machines with Wheels and Axles looks at everything from historical examples of this simple machine, such as a pottery wheel, to the role of pulleys in more complex machines, such as gearboxes.