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Simple machines everyday learning

Grades K - 6 Science

This video describes simple machines in a very clear and systematic way.  Students who are not familiar or who need to review the terms and the functions of each of the simple machines may find this video useful. Shared by PBS Learning Media.

Scope and Sequence connection: 3:3 Simple Machines; 6:1 Energy and Simple Machines.

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