A lever is a simple machine that consists of a rigid beam and a fulcrum. Force is applied to either end of the beam to lift or move objects. There are three classes of levers: first class levers have the fulcrum between the effort and load, second class levers have the load between the effort and fulcrum, and third class levers have the fulcrum at one end and the effort between the fulcrum and load. Examples of each class are also provided such as scissors for first class and a wheelbarrow for second class. The document concludes with an interactive game to test the reader's understanding of the three classes of levers.