Simple & Powered Machines Base questsHere you will find the instructions for the Simple and Powered Machines set. These 14 different Lego machines make up the Novice Level and focus on learning general engineering and science concepts by constructing pre-designed models and using them as learning tools on specific problem scenarios.
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In order finish and move to Amateur Level, you will need to complete at least 4 of the 14 quests listed here, one from each of the categories below.
Directions for novice level
For the Novice Level, you are going to be exploring four different core concepts of science and math using an engineering approach - Force and Motion, Measurement, Energy and Powered Machines. Here is how you should approach the activities in this level:
- MANDATORY - You need to choose only 4 of the 14 quests to do, but you MUST choose at least one quest from each category. You can do all 14 quests to "farm" experience if you would like.
- I suggest that you plan out the order you want to do them before starting.
- Choose the first quest that you and your partner will do.
- Click on the "Overview" for your quest and read over it. This will give you a general sense of what the activity requires that you do and what you will need. Pay attention to the items in the YELLOW BOXES, as these are questions you will need to answer on your worksheet and when you talk with Mr. Hill in Step 7.
- Once you read the "Student Directions," then get your Lego tub and follow the "Building Instructions" to make the device. Often times the item will have "two parts" to it. To maximize building time, I suggest person builds each part simultaneously so you can finish faster.
- With the item built, you and your partner each need to get the correct Student Worksheet from the binder.
- Complete the worksheet while doing the quest. Write down your responses on the worksheet.
- When you finish the quest and complete the worksheet, do not deconstruct the Lego. Ask for Mr. Hill to come over to your group so we can go over things together before you move on to the next quest.
- At this point, you have a choice. If you want to experiment further with the item you have built, come up with your own ideas and experiment and create your own quest (XP will vary), but you need to have Mr. Hill approve it first. If you choose not to experiment more with your model, deconstruct your Lego, replacing your parts into the correct locations in your storage tub. Choose your next quest and follow the steps again.
Force and motion quests
The Sweeper
How can you combine pushing a cart with cleaning a path? Sweeper Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Fishing Rod
How can we make an exciting fishing device for Jack and Jill, and land the large fish? Fishing Rod Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Freewheeling
Which will roll farther? Heavier or lighter carts, with bigger or smaller wheels? Freewheeling Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
The Hammer
How can you make a Hammer machine that will efficiently hammer nails into different surfaces? Hammer Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Measurement quests
Trundle Wheel
What sort of measuring machine can you invent that could measure a long jump? Trundle Wheel Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Letter Balance
How can Jill work out a fair system that differentiates between the weight of the different letters and parcels her classmates are bringing to her? Letter Balance Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Click-Clock
How can we make a timer that can help us time races? Click Clock Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Energy quests
The Windmill
How can you use a Windmill and a rope to lift a heavy load? Windmill Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
The Land Yacht
How can you make a safe cart that is powered by the wind ... and carries at least one person? Land Yacht Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
The Flywheeler
Could the spinning of a spinning top help a push-along car move and will it travel further – and for a longer time? Flywheeler Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Powered machine quests
The Power Car
How can you make a Power Car that climbs hills? Power Car Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
The Dragster
How can we make the Dragster go further? Dragster Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
The Walker
How can you make a Walker that will carry Jack and Jill along the trail? Walker Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |
Dogbot
How can we make an exciting friend for Zog to play with? Dogbot Overview Building Instructions Student Worksheet |