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Science · 4–6

Exploring Simple Machines Activity

Students learn the six types of simple machines, match them to familiar objects, and explain how they make work easier.

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Students learn the six types of simple machines, match them to familiar objects, and explain how they make work easier. Includes definitions, a classroom machine hunt, Think-Pair-Share discussion, guided reflection, and an exit ticket.

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What you’ll teach

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  • Students will identify the six types of simple machines.
  • Students will classify familiar objects by the simple machine they use.
  • Students will explain how simple machines make work easier.
  • Students will justify their classifications using scientific reasoning.