Machine Detective



Category Activities
Badge Machines
Time to allocate (mins) 10
Outcome Find out how you need to maintain four simple machines in everyday objects, which you come into contact with at the Pack meeting place and at home.
Resources None
Instructions

Cubs to identify everyday objects that are simple machines and tell us one thing needed to keep it working.  They can look around the hall but Scout leader can also provide some items for them to try and guess what simple machine they are.

For example:

ObjectMachineMaintenance
BicycleWheel & axleKeep tyres inflated; lubricate moving parts
ScissorsLever/wedgeKeep clean and dry; sharpen when necessary
Door hinge/handleWheel & axle / leverTighten screws; lubricate if stiff
Screwdriver & screwsWheel & axle / screwKeep dry and prevent rust
Pulley clotheslinePulleyCheck rope and pulley for wear
Garden shearsLever/wedgeClean, oil pivot and sharpen blades



Entry written by Sharon Venn of 1st Randburg