K-6 Science for the Next Generation

Lesson Plans
Force and Movement

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the concept of motion as the movement of an object.
  • Identify how forces can start, stop, and change the motion of objects.
  • Recognize that forces can change the speed and direction of an object, such as a ball.
  • Relate the application of force to real-life examples in sports, like tennis and hockey.

Introduction and Hook

Begin the lesson by discussing the concept of motion and how it relates to everyday activities. Ask students to think about their favorite sports and how forces make things move.

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Direct Instruction

Introduce the concept of force as a push or pull that causes objects to move. Use relatable examples like throwing a basketball or playing tug-of-war.

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Explain how forces can start, stop, and change the motion of objects, using examples from sports like tennis and hockey.

Guided Exploration

Watch videos that demonstrate different types of motion and forces. Discuss how these forces are applied in various scenarios.

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Engage students in identifying forces in their surroundings, such as a door being pushed or a ball being thrown.

Hands-On Activity

Conduct an experiment with toy cars to explore how different forces affect their movement. Use string and tape to demonstrate pushes and pulls.

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Independent Practice

Have students complete a worksheet where they label actions as pushes or pulls, reinforcing their understanding of force and motion.

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Check for Understanding

Ask students to describe how forces affect the motion of objects in their favorite sports. This will help assess their understanding of the lesson concepts.

Review and Reflection

Review key concepts by discussing how forces can change the speed and direction of objects. Encourage students to reflect on what they learned.

Assessment and Extension

Use the 'Forces and Movement' assessment to evaluate students' understanding of how forces affect motion.

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Encourage students to explore forces in nature by identifying examples like wind and moving water, using the 'Forces in Nature' assessment.

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