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Lesson 19 of 84 · Forces
ExperimentSpeed and Direction
What You'll Learn
A lever is a simple machine. A seesaw is a lever—push down on one end and the other goes up!
Key Words
- pulley
- wheel
- energy
Materials Needed
- tape
- ruler
- cardboard
Safety First
- Be careful with scissors — ask an adult for help if needed.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: A lever is a simple machine. A seesaw is a lever—push down on one end and the other goes up!
Step 2 — Do
Gather your materials and get ready!
Step 3 — Observe
Draw a picture of what you observe.
Step 4 — Record
Share your results with a partner.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3How can you make something move?