Knock'em Down
 
Instructions


 Step 1:

Print the summary page

Use the summary page to record your findings after doing Step 2.

Step 2: Where can I find information?
 
 Try these web sites                     
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Common Simple Machines

The Trebuchet

Saxon forts & Roman catapult

More War Machines

Ballista

Grey Company Trebuchet Page
Mangonel - diagram
War Engines of the Middle Ages
Mangonel - photo

Catapult Plans

Cheesechucker

History
 Elements of Machines
 Mystery Machine Quiz

Look at some books

  • in the classroom or school library
  • in the local library

 

Step 3: What do I do with the information?

  • Select the simple machine which you think will...
    1. be capable of knocking down the wall of blocks
    2. be able to construct - can you get the required materials?
  • Now build your machine, test it and prepare your presentation/demonstration for the class.
  • REMEMBER you must clearly explain why you chose this particular machine for this game!
Good Luck and Have Fun

Knock 'em down
Summary page
Stage Three Modules