PBS
Pbs Kids: Peg and Cat: Baby Fox
A learning module for students to build a simple machine by using their eye for measurements. The module includes videos and an activity for students to observe and build a simple machine.
Jose-Lorenzo Maldonado
Animated Science: Simple and Compound Machines
A short animated video demonstrating a few common simple and compound machines used doing yard work. [2:00]
Other
Mocomi: Simple Machines: What Is a Lever?
The lever is one of the most basic forms of a machine. They help us lift loads with lesser effort. Even though this looks simple there are many things going on in order to lift the object easily. Check out this quick video clip. [1:08]
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: What Is an Inclined Plane?
A video illustrates what an inclined plane is and describes the mechanical advantage provided by the simple machine. [1:30]
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Wheel and Axle
Learn about this simple machine, and see how it reduces the effort required to move certain objects through this fun and animated learning module.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: What Is a Lever?
Find out about the lever, one of the most basic forms of a machine, which helps lift heavy objects with much less effort, through this fun and animated learning module.