Force
What is force?
Force is a push or a pull on an object
What are some ways you can make your body move?
Running, jumping, swimming, dancing, etc...
What is something you push or pull everyday?
We push and pull doors, toys, shopping carts, etc...
What is a sport that involves force?
Soccer, Basketball, Football are all examples of sports that involve force!
What are some things that move fast? What are things that move slow?
Things that move fast include cars, airplanes and trains. Things that move slowly include snails, sloths and turtles
What happens when you push or pull an object?
When you push or pull an object, it can change its motion
What is an example of a time you used force to move something?
An example of using force is when you push the swings to make them move at the playground
How can you make a toy car go faster or slower?
You can make it go faster by pushing it harder or slower by pushing it gentler
What force is used to push a heavy box across the floor?
Friction and gravity
How does friction affect how things move?
How does the shape off an object affect its motion?
The shape of an object can affect its movement by either slowing it down or making it faster.
Why do you need to use a push to open a heavy door?
Because you need a stronger force than gravity and friction
What happens when you blow on a feather and why?
When you blow on a feather it moves because the force of the air pushes it
Why do you slow down when you ride a bike uphill?
You slow down when riding uphill because you are moving against gravity, which requires more force and energy.
When you pull a rope, which force are you using?
The force of tension