Simple Machines

Simple Machines

Printable worksheets and activities to teach students about the six types of simple machines: inclined plane, wedge, wheel and axle, screw, lever, and pulley.



Simple Machines: Mini-Book Free

An 8-page mini book that teaches students about simple machines

Simple Machines Board Game Member

A fun question-answer board games with simple machine facts!

Identifying Simple Machines Free

Identify the simple machine that is associated with each picture and description.

Simple Machines: Article Member

An informative article about simple machines

Workers: Simple Machines Member

Examine these pictures of people using tools and explain which simple machines they're using.

Drawing Levers and Fulcrums Member

Draw the levers and fulcrum that are described.

Simple Machines & Everyday Items Member

Tell what simple machine is associated with each object in the list.

Simple Machine Questions Member

Four short answer questions about simple machines.

Finding Simple Machines Free

Students must list examples of simple machines they find at home or in school.

Simple Machines: Multiple Choice Member

Two pages of multiple choice questions on simple machines

Simple Machines: Crossword Puzzle Member

A crossword puzzle with simple machine words

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