In this fascinating book, readers will uncover why inclined planes make it easy to lift and move heavy objects. They will also learn where they can find inclined planes in their everyday life and conduct a simple experiment of their own.

Inclined planes are around us every day, though we may not always realize it. Wheelchair ramps, slides, and even stairs are all examples of inclined planes that are integral parts of daily life. Readers will learn all about this simple machine through interesting real-world examples. They'll explore detailed pictures of mechanical parts with extensive annotations and learn about key engineering principles. "Technology in Action" spreads let readers see how mechanical parts and simple machines work. This accessible book is the perfect introduction to simple machines and is sure to encourage an interest in STEM.

Emergent readers are introduced to simple machines and how we use them to move things.

Includes cases argued and determined in the District Courts of the United States and, Mar./May 1880-Oct./Nov. 1912, the Circuit Courts of the United States; Sept./Dec. 1891-Sept./Nov. 1924, the Circuit Courts of Appeals of the United States; Aug./Oct. 1911-Jan./Feb. 1914, the Commerce Court of the United States; Sept./Oct. 1919-Sept./Nov. 1924, the Court of Appeals of the District of Columbia.

Dr. Skateboard's Action Science - Motion comic book is the first installment of a series of graphic novels based on the fundamental physical science areas, which include forces, motion, Newton's Laws of Motion and simple machines. (in Spanish)