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Thirteen experiments about the six simple machines the lever, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane, wedge and screw teach kids about basic science. Full-colour photographs and step-by-step instructions clearly explain each activity, so that kids can make the most of the machines with minimal help from adults. Ages 5-9 AUTHOR: Deborah Hodge is the award-winning author of more than 20 books for children. They include picture books, Canadian history, wildlife, science and nature books. Deborah is the the creator of the Who Lives Here? series. She specializes in writing for young children and loves the interplay between text and images. She also enjoys the challenge of using few words to explain big concepts. Colour illustrations