Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will understand the concept of force and how it affects the movement of objects.
Materials and Prep
Materials:
- Small toy cars or balls
- Ruler
- Blank paper
- Pencil
Prep:
- Clear a space for the activities
- Make sure the toy cars or balls are clean and in good condition
Activities
1. Push and Pull:
- Take a toy car or ball and push it gently. Observe how it moves.
- Now, pull the toy car or ball and observe its movement.
- Discuss with your parent or teacher how pushing and pulling affect the movement of the object.
2. Force Measurement:
- Place a toy car on a flat surface.
- Use a ruler to measure the distance the toy car travels when pushed with different forces.
- Record your measurements on a piece of paper.
Third Grade Talking Points
- What is force?
"Force is a push or a pull. When we push or pull something, we are using force."
- How does force affect the movement of objects?
"When we apply force to an object, it can make the object move or change its speed or direction."
- Can you give examples of everyday forces?
"When we kick a ball, we use force. When we open a door, we use force to push or pull it."