Learn about how a wheel and axle works! Beginner readers and budding young scientists will love learning about using simple machines in everyday situations. Along the way, readers will be supported by expertly leveled text, a strong text-photo match and appropriate text load. Readers will be excited to dig in and learn all about simple machines and basic physics concepts.

Simple machines, such as the wheel and axle, are important to daily life. This title will help readers understand what a wheel and axle is, its parts, and how it makes work easier. This title is complete with colorful and informative images, and simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to wheels and axles. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Introduces wheels and axles and explains how these simple machines work to make moving things easier.

From Ferris wheels to wagons, wheels and axles are at work all over in our world today. Learn all about them in five easy-to-read chapters. Vibrant, full-color photos, bolded glossary words, and a key stats section let readers zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

"A wheel and axle is a disk and cylinder joined together. These two objects are only a simple machine when used in tandem. A wheel and axle is a modified first-class lever. When force is applied to the axle, the force is multiplied and transferred to the wheel. This causes the wheel to cover more area. In this book, readers will learn about the invention of the wheel and axle, where wheels and axles can be found, and how they make difficult jobs easier."--...

Uses everyday examples to show how wheels and axles function as simple machines.

All people have jobs to do. Some jobs take a lot of energy. Simple machines help people get jobs done without working too hard. There are six kinds of simple machines: inclined planes, levers, pulleys, wedges, screws, and wheels and axles.

"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to wheels and axles. 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 wheels and axles. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging."--

"Presents information on simple machines with a focus on wheels and axles. Explains what wheels and axles are, how wheels and axles work, and includes examples of past and present uses. Intended for third to fifth grade students"--Provided by publisher.