Simple machines kindergarten

My students LOVE, LOVE, LOVE STEAM projects! This week we learned about the Wheel and Axle Simple Machine. A wheel and axle is a simple machine that has a “wheel” and a smaller axle that uses the two parts to rotate together to transfer force from one part to the other.

Teach kids about the 6 simple machines with a handy, free printable booklet featuring information, pictures, and examples of each.

Need a creative way to demonstrate simple machines? These hands-on simple machine projects are perfect for your next lesson.

Learn about six different simple machines with these free printable coloring pages. Grab these colouring sheets to play and learn!

Easy and fun simple machine projects! Learn about six simple machines, and how they make work easier. Plus, everyday examples.

Exploring Force - Science Experiments for Kids as part of free 5 week Simple Machines unit for kids in K-5th grade. Lots of very clever, fun ideas! (kids activities)

I’ve made no attempt to hide the ups and downs of museum and early childhood education. I’ve talked openly about museum visits that go wrong and the ups and downs of classroom managemen…

Try this fun STEM activity where kids will design a pulley project at home. Fun way to learn about simple machines for kids!

As soon as I start preparing and planning for my simple machines unit, I know the year is coming to a close. Well… we have about two more months. Which sounds like a lifetime. Testing always sneaks up on us, but then there is three weeks of kids going crazy and antsy in the classroom! […]

Introduce kids to the six simple machines with a fun i spy activity where students will find examples of each at home and in the community.