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Theo wanted his red wagon to carry soft blocks onto the playhouse porch. The porch step was too high for the wheels.
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Theo Makes a Ramp for the Red Wagon
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Theo Makes a Ramp for the Red Wagon
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Part 1
Theo wanted his red wagon to carry soft blocks onto the playhouse porch. The porch step was too high for the wheels.
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Part 2
He leaned a short board against the step. The ramp was steep, and the loaded wagon rolled backward when he let go.
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Part 3
Theo removed two blocks, but he wanted one safe trip instead of many small trips. He searched for another idea.
Page 4
Part 4
He chose a longer board and placed one end on the porch. The same height now had a gentler slope.
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Part 5
The wagon moved farther, but the board wobbled sideways. Theo added a rubber mat underneath both ends to stop slipping.
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Part 6
He pushed from behind with both hands and walked slowly. The wagon climbed the gentle ramp without rolling backward.
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Part 7
Theo drew the short steep ramp and the long gentle ramp. He circled the one that needed less pushing force.
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Part 8
Theo learned that a longer ramp can make a climb easier. A non-slip base also keeps a ramp steady and safer.
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