Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand the basic concepts of physics related to motion and forces on an outdoor 3rd-floor balcony.

Materials and Prep

• No additional materials are needed for this lesson.
• Prior knowledge of basic counting and observation skills is helpful.

Activities

1. Observe and describe the objects on the balcony:

   • Look around the balcony and identify different objects such as plants, furniture, or toys.
   • Describe the shapes, colors, and sizes of the objects.

2. Explore motion on the balcony:

   • Choose an object and push it gently to make it move.
   • Observe how the object moves and stops.
   • Discuss the concept of motion and identify the forces involved.

3. Experiment with gravity:

   • Drop different objects from the balcony and observe their fall.
   • Discuss why some objects fall faster than others.
   • Introduce the concept of gravity and its effect on objects.

Transitional-Kindergarten Grade Talking Points

• "We are going to learn about physics today. Physics is a type of science that helps us understand how things move and why they move."
• "Let's start by looking around the balcony and describing the objects we see. Can you tell me the shapes, colors, and sizes of the objects?"
• "Now, let's choose an object and give it a gentle push. Watch how it moves and stops. Can you tell me what makes it move and what makes it stop?"
• "Next, we will drop different objects from the balcony and see how they fall. Can you guess why some objects fall faster than others?"
• "The reason objects fall is because of a force called gravity. Gravity pulls everything towards the ground. It's like a big invisible magnet!"