A new children’s book, titled Simple Machines Made Simple, wants to demystify mechanical engineering for kids as young as a year old. It recently beat its Kickstarter goal by 700%—raising more than ...

Simple machines make work easier, not less work, says Rick Crosslin, scientist. He joined us today to demonstrate how simple machines work. In our case, Randy was the “load” and Amber was the “effort.

Third grade students at Manhasset Public Schools’ Munsey Park and Shelter Rock elementary schools recently participated in an engaging, hands-on learning experience sponsored by the Manhasset School ...