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A machine is a tool that helps us work. Machines can help us by changing the amount of force needed to move an object or changing the direction of the force. Force is a push or pull that changes the motion or shape of an object. Simple machines have few or no moving parts. The common simple machines are: * Lever * Inclined Plane * Wedge * Screw * Wheel and Axel * Pulley How many simple machines can you find around your house? Use the slides to organize simple machines you have found. Record your answer using the , take pictures of what you find, make a video , a drawing :draw: or put your answer in a note .