Tom Snyder Productions

Science Court: Work and Simple Machines

For Grades 4 – 6
Science Court: Work and Simple MachinesScience Court: Work and Simple Machines

Build lasting understanding through guided discussion and fun, hands-on learning!

This program offers a research-based way to introduce core science topics and model scientific processes in the classroom -- while fully engaging students with the humor of the Science Court.

Product Features

Over the course of the trial, students will learn:

  • Different types of simple machines
  • Mechanical advantage
  • The equation: force x distance = work
  • The relationship of force and distance to work
  • How to set up experiments to:
  • practice calculating work
  • observe and chart the mechanical advantage gained from using simple machines
  • explore the relationship between force and distance
  • How to work as a team by:
  • becoming members of an interdependent group
  • listening and talking with others
  • sharing a common goal

Meets State and National Standards


Your students will:

  • Use scientific processes and hands-on experimentation to break down students' persistent misconceptions in science
  • Learn and apply core concepts in science, gather evidence, and make observations
  • Use science to explain natural and physical phenomena
  • Improve their ability to recall content and respond to open-ended questions
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  • Science Court Professional Paper
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