Engineering Experiment: Levers
A printable engineering design challenge where students explore Levers through hands-on testing, observation and classroom discussion.
What is included
- Printable experiment guide with step by step instructions and experiment explanations.
- Teacher's Notes with full descriptions of the experiment and the science behind it, including guided discussion questions.
- Printable Investigation Record for students to support scientific thinking and vocabulary.
Learning goals
- Use planning, building and improving to solve a practical classroom challenge.
- Build vocabulary for discussing materials, structures, stability and problem solving.
Suggested use
This printable engineering design challenge helps students investigate Levers through a clear, hands-on classroom activity. The resource includes student-friendly pages, teacher notes and an Investigation Record to support predictions, observations, vocabulary and scientific thinking. It is designed to be easy to prepare and useful for science lessons, STEM rotations, small groups or extension activities.
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Curriculum alignedSupports key science outcomes
Easy to implementMinimal prep, maximum learning
Engaging, hands-on learningPractical activities students remember
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