Children will enjoy this fascinating book which uses the principles of Makerspace to introduce them to the pulley. Simple text describes the structure and uses of pulleys, and clear, step-by-step instructions show children how to make one. Readers are then provided with stategies to start their own creative projects using the pulley they made. Along the way, tips and helpful hints guide children on how to brainstorm and solve problems working as a team.

Includes index.

You can be a maker! -- What is a pulley? -- Make a pulley -- Maker tips -- Fixed pulleys -- Make it lift and lower -- Moving pulleys -- Make it zip -- Multiple pulleys -- Make it strong -- Pulley power -- Make it transfer force -- More machines -- Endless ideas -- Learning more.