Engage students with a brief discussion on how things move around us, introducing the concept of forces in nature such as wind and water.
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Forces in Nature
Learning Objectives
- Identify forces in nature, such as wind and water, that cause movement.
- Describe how wind can move objects like sailboats and windmills.
- Explain how moving water can push objects like kayaks and surfers.
- Recognize that forces can cause objects to move at different speeds.
Introduction and Hook
Direct Instruction
Introduce the concept of forces as pushes and pulls, using examples like wind moving a sailboat or water pushing a kayak.
Guided Exploration
Explore how wind and water are forces in nature by discussing how they can move objects at different speeds.
Hands-On Activity
Independent Practice
Check for Understanding
Review and Reflection
Discuss with students how forces like wind and water can move objects, reflecting on examples from the lesson.
Assessment and Extension
Conduct the 'Forces in Nature' assessment to evaluate students' ability to recognize and categorize natural forces.
Encourage students to try the quiz to test their comprehension of forces and motion.
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