Making machines with pulleys / Chris Oxlade.

Author/creator Oxlade, Chris author.
Format Book
PublicationChicago, Illinois : Heinemann Raintree, [2015]
Copyright Date©2015
Description32 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
Subjects

SeriesSimple machine projects
Raintree perspectives
Oxlade, Chris. Simple machine projects. ^A1258736
Raintree perspectives. ^A713831
Contents What is a pulley? -- How pulleys work -- A simple pulley -- Compound pulleys -- A compound pulley system -- Pulleys in history -- Pulley belts -- Making a pulley belt -- Pulleys in complex machines -- Facts and fun.
Abstract "A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to pulleys. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of pulleys. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging."-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Audience 940 Lexile
LCCN 2014013707
ISBN9781410968005 (hb)
ISBN1410968006 (hb)
ISBN9781410968074 (pb)
ISBN1410968073 (pb)

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Joyner TRC Nonfiction 621.811 OX4M ✔ Available Place Hold