Simple Machines at Work

In this amusing, hands-on series, readers will be introduced to some simple machines of which all complex machines are composed. Each book explains the fundamentals of elementary physics as they apply to the mechanical advantage of each machine. Uncomplicated, introductory vocabulary, fabulous full-color photographs, and real world examples make these concepts accessible. Annotated diagrams and simple experiments that can be conducted at home or in the classroom will further the reader's interest in this fascinating subject.