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Introduction



Pretend that you are Stuart Little, a character from the story Stuart Little who is home alone. The doorbell rings and you look out the window. You see that the mailman has delivered a package and left it on your step. Since your birthday is tomorrow, you think the package must be for you!! You are worried that it may rain and your birthday present may get ruined. Your present needs to be lifted up the step and into the Little's living room. Stuart Little uses simple and complex machines everyday to make his work easier. Using your knowledge of the six simple machines, you must design a way to bring the package into the house. What problems will you have bringing the package in the house? Remember you are the size of a mouse in a human world. Simple machines make work easier. What types of simple machines could you use to make this job easier?

Created by Joanne Koukoulas