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Create a Rube Goldberg-inspired contraption. 
Using your knowledge of the 6 simple machines, you must create an original contraption. Your unique contraption must have at least 5 steps and incorporate at least 2 simple machines.
Rubric Code: M36356
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Subject: Math  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8

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You will research Rube Goldberg contraptions and simple machines in order to fully understand the process of building your own useful contraption.
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Plan

The plan of your contraption must show each progressive step. The machines used must be labelled. You must have a list of materials.

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Materials

You are required to select materials that are safe and suitable for their purpose.

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Model

Your contraption must function smoothly and reliably.

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Presentation

During your presentation, you must properly use the key terms listed above and you must be able to identify the machines used in your contraption.

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Usefulness of Contraption

You must write a 2 page report describing a basic Rube Golberg contraption, correlating it to your contraption, and describing your contraption's usefulness.

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Keywords:
  • Levers, pulleys, inclined planes, wheels and axles, wedges and screws, effort, load, fulcrum


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