Sophie illustrates the six basic simple machines that exist and explains how they are useful in our everyday lives. She defines force and work and mentions that simple machines reduce the amount of work required for a task.

When Cro and Pakka meet for the first time, Cro shows her his new trick w a log. She explains to him that it is actually a lever that he is using and how it works.

Jackie, Matt, and Inez brainstorm how to build a ramp to get up the steep cliff to the island. They create a design for the ramp such that it can be easily transported and will serve the purpose of getting them to the island.

Phil tells Mike a story of how he, Cro, and others used levers and catapults to save the lives of Bobb and Steamer when they get trapped by a earthquake to inspire Mike to have better aim when throwing paper baskets.

A series of simple machines help collect mushrooms and crush them to produce a drink for Dr. Robotnik.