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Push and Pull Forces
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Push and Pull Forces
Learn how pushes and pulls can change the movement of objects. Choose, explain and draw examples from everyday life.
Spot the force
For each action, choose whether it is a push or a pull.
1.Idris presses a door to make it swing away from her. Is this a push or a pull?
- Push
- Pull
2.Callum grips a handle and brings a cupboard drawer towards him. Is this a push or a pull?
- Push
- Pull
3.A child uses a foot to send a football rolling across the grass. Which force is being used?
- Push
- Pull
4.A shopper holds a basket handle and brings the basket closer. Which force is being used?
- Push
- Pull
5.Harry presses a playground swing to set it moving away. Which force is being used?
- Push
- Pull
Explain and show
Use what you know about forces to complete each task.
6.Complete the sentence: A force is a or a .
7.Describe one push you might use at home. Explain what you push.
8.Describe one pull you might use at school. Explain what you pull.
9.Show how you could make a toy car move using a push. Draw the car and show the direction it moves.
10.Why do we call pushes and pulls forces?
Think a little further
Use your understanding of pushes and pulls to explain your ideas.
11.You need to move a heavy gate that is stuck. Would a strong push or a gentle push be more helpful? Explain your choice.
12.Name or draw an object that can be moved with both a push and a pull. Show or describe each action.
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