A very basic introduction to screws, levers, planes and more.

**This is the chapter slice "What Are Force, Motion, and Work?" from the full lesson plan "Simple Machines"** Just how simple are simple machines? With our ready-to-use resource, they are simple to teach and easy to learn! Chocked full of information and activities, we begin with a look at force, motion and work, and examples of simple machines in daily life are given. With this background, we move on to different kinds of simple machines including: Levers, Inclined Planes, Wedges, Screws, Pulleys, and Wheels and Axles. An exploration of some compound machines follows, such as the can opener. Our resource is a real time-saver as all the reading passages, student activities are provided. Presented in simplified language and vocabulary that will give your students a kick start on learning. Includes color mini posters, hands-on activities, Crossword, Word Search and Final Quiz. All of our content meets the Common Core State Standards and are written to Bloom's Taxonomy and STEM initiatives.

Building a fort in the backyard, a grandfather and granddaughter get help from six simple machines: lever, pulley, inclined plane, wheel and axle, screw, and wedge.

Introduces simple machines, including screws, levers, wedges, and pulleys, describes how each makes everyday life easier, and provides activities demonstrating these machines in action.