In this matching types of simple machines learning exercise, 5th graders read the definition and examples of simple machines, then match 10 pictures of devices with 4 categories.

Teach young engineers that all machines, no matter how complicated or complex, are made up of just six simple devices with this hands-on physical science instructional activity. Using the included templates, students first create...

In this simple machines facts worksheet, students respond to 6 multiple choice questions that require them to exhibit what they know about simple machines.

In this simple machines instructional activity, students read ten definitions of words that pertain to simple machines. Students match the meanings with the vocabulary words in a word box.

In this simple machines worksheet, students put the names of simple machines in alphabetical order. Students put 6 names of simple machines in alphabetical order.

In this simple machines worksheet, students analyze 10 words in a word bank that pertain to simple machines. Students find these words in a word search puzzle.

In this simple machines crossword puzzle worksheet, students use the 6 clues and the terms in the word bank to help them correctly complete the word puzzle.

In this museum student guide worksheet, young scholars make a mini-book about simple machines to be used during a visit to the Museum of Science and Industry. They locate the exhibits that demonstrate the wedge, inclined plane, screw,...

In this simple machines worksheet, learners read about various types of simple machines. They then use what they learned to answer 17 questions. The answers are on the last page.

In this simple machines worksheet, students fill out a chart involving 6 simple machines while explaining the function and benefits of each one. Students describe which simple machine they feel has had the greatest impact on mankind.

In this physics instructional activity, students use the clues given on the sheet to complete the crossword puzzle on simple machines. There are 18 clues to solve in the puzzle.

Class members are challenged to design a device that will move a circus elephant into a train car. Groups brainstorm ideas that use simple machines to load the elephant. They then choose one of their ideas, sketch a plan, and present it...

In this simple machine learning exercise, students explore incline planes and learn how to calculate the mechanical advantage (MA) using forces or distance. This learning exercise has 14 matching, 3 fill in the blank, and 6 short answer...

In this simple machines learning exercise, students identify the 6 simple machines. They answer 21 questions about the types of simple machines, the output force of simple machines, the input force and the work involved in using a simple...

In this pulleys, levers and incline planes worksheet, students answer 22 questions about output force, energy loss, and net force on pulleys, levers and incline planes.

In this scientific investigation worksheet, students follow the provided procedures to create an inclined plane paper model and then respond to 1 short answer question.

In this simple machines worksheet, students match the simple machine to its definition. Students then identify the pictures by the type of machine it represents. This worksheet has 6 matching and 12 fill in the blank questions.

In this machines activity, learners review the six simple machines and how to calculate mechanical advantage. Students complete 8 matching, 16 fill in the blank, and 6 problems to solve.

In this simple machine worksheet, students read twelve clues to complete a crossword puzzle. The clues are a review of all simple machines.

In this simple machine instructional activity, students review the definitions of different simple machines including levers, wheels, and inclined planes. Students match the 7 words to their definitions and then place the words in to a...

In this science review for grade 3 (3.5) instructional activity, 3rd graders answer 25 multiple choice questions in standardized test format about fossils, simple machines and heat transfer.

In this simple machines worksheet, students read about different simple machines and then complete word problems about a ramp and a lever. Students complete 2 word problems.

In this machines worksheet, students review different types of simple machines including pulleys, wedges, levers, and inclined planes. This worksheet has 10 matching, 4 multiple choice, and 8 short answer questions.

In this machines activity, students draw a "Rube Goldberg" style machine which uses 3 different types of simple machines to complete one task.