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Printable 4th grade science worksheet for six stations about simple machines including lever, pulley, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, and screw.
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Six Simple Machines Activity

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This printable six-station activity guides 4th graders through hands-on exploration of simple machines: lever, pulley, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, and screw. At each station, students explain how the machine works, describe real-world uses, and reflect on how it helps people. Useful for science centers, class stations, or engineering units.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Engineering
Grade Level:
4th Grade
Updated May 2026

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