categorizing simple machines

Categorizing Simple Machines

Help students master the six types of simple machines and correctly identify and categorize 24 everyday objects into their corresponding simple machine type: lever, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, or screw.

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Categorizing Simple Machines

Help students master the six types of simple machines and correctly identify and categorize 24 everyday objects into their corresponding simple machine type: lever, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, or screw.
categorizing simple machines
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Help students master the six types of simple machines with this engaging worksheet. Designed for hands-on learning, this resource challenges students to correctly identify and categorize 24 everyday objects into their corresponding simple machine type: lever, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, or screw. Perfect for reinforcing lessons on physical science and enhancing comprehension of how simple machines make work easier. Ideal for classroom activities, homework assignments, or study guides.

      Year 5 Science: Forces

      • recognise that some mechanisms including levers, pulleys and gears allow a smaller force to have a greater effect

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