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Free 1st Grade Simple machines Worksheets

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These Grade 1 worksheets introduce children ages 6-7 to the six types of simple machines, lever, wheel and axle, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, and screw, and how each one makes work easier. Students learn to identify simple machines in everyday objects and understand the basic mechanical advantage each one provides. An engaging engineering and physical science topic for early learners. Part of our forces and machines worksheets collection.

What You'll Learn

  • Name and describe at least three simple machines including lever, ramp, and wheel
  • Explain how a simple machine makes work easier by changing force or direction
  • Identify examples of simple machines in everyday objects and tools

FAQ

What does simple machines teach first graders?

First graders learn that simple machines are basic tools that change the direction or amount of force needed to do a job, making work easier. They identify examples of each of the six simple machines in objects they use every day, from ramps and scissors to wheels and doorknobs.

When do first graders learn about simple machines?

Simple machines are typically introduced in Grade 1 during a physical science or engineering unit on forces and motion. Teachers often do a school or home scavenger hunt for simple machines, turning the lesson into a fun real-world investigation.

How can I use these worksheets at home?

Go on a simple machines scavenger hunt around your home and yard: look for ramps, wheels, levers, pulleys, and wedges hiding in everyday objects like door handles, scissors, and ramps on the sidewalk. Record your findings before completing the worksheet.

Grade
1st Grade
Ages
Ages 6-7
Subject
Science
Format
Printable PDF

Comments

3

David L.

2nd Grade Teacher

May 2026

Looking forward to this! All the other ClassWeekly worksheets are excellent so I know this will be too.

Jamie T.

1st Grade Teacher

Apr 2026

Thanks for creating this! I'll be using it the moment it's available.

Emily W.

Homeschool parent

May 2026

Excited for this one! I've been hunting for a good printable on this topic for weeks.

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