Simple Machines make life simple 

Machine that uses rope and can change the direction of a force Pulley Machine that uses rope and can change the direction of a force * Draw an example!

Lever Like a see-saw Fulcrum: point where the rod pivots or rotates * Draw an example

Classes of Levers Class 1: Class 2: Class 3:

Wedge Simple machine that splits objects apart Draw an example!

Inclined Plane A sloping ramp The ramp has to make work easier—not harder Draw an example!

Wheel and axle A machine that reduces the friction of moving an object(s) Draw an example!

Screw An inclined plane wrapped around a pole or shaft—holds things together or lifts them Draw an example!

Compound Machine Machine made from two or more simple machines Draw an example!