Forces and Mechanisms

Project Overview

This companion project teaches children about the forces of gravity, air resistance, water resistance and friction, with children exploring their effects. They learn about mechanisms, their uses and how they allow a smaller effort to have a greater effect.

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What’s included

Forces and Mechanisms is a comprehensive science project that boasts an array of essentials including:

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Lesson activities

38

Resources

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Project scope

Forces and Mechanisms provides a structured approach to science, outlining key subjects and topics including:

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Subjects

  • Science
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Topics

  • Air resistance
  • Forces
  • Friction
  • Gravity
  • Mechanisms
  • Water resistance