In science we have been talking about forces and motion. Here is what we have learned so far:
-there are many types of movements
-motion is another word for movement. If something is moving, it's in motion. Still objects are not in motion.
-objects require force to move
-if you apply a small force, objects move slowly and not far
-if you apply a larger force, objects move faster and farther
-a force is a push or pull that moves or stop objects
-machines make work easier. That means it requires less force to move
-simple machines are machines that have few or no moving parts
-there are six simple machines: lever, pulley, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, and a screw
-we are learning about each simple machine and will have an opportunity to practice using them to make life easier
-simple machines will be the topic of our scientist is the school activities coming up soon where students will be able to experiment and have fun with them
Below are some resources for students to review at home. There are other videos available on YouTube, such as more detailed videos about each simple machine, if you want to help your child search and find more. It's always a good idea to preview them first for content and ads.
All About Simple Machines - A bit of information about simple machines and a video
This first video is a bit drier, but includes all the basic information in a short video. Kids really enjoy Bill Nye but he can be harder to follow for some students as he speaks quickly and a lot is going on. It is advised that parents watch that one with students and stop to talk about what is going on.
-there are many types of movements
-motion is another word for movement. If something is moving, it's in motion. Still objects are not in motion.
-objects require force to move
-if you apply a small force, objects move slowly and not far
-if you apply a larger force, objects move faster and farther
-a force is a push or pull that moves or stop objects
-machines make work easier. That means it requires less force to move
-simple machines are machines that have few or no moving parts
-there are six simple machines: lever, pulley, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, and a screw
-we are learning about each simple machine and will have an opportunity to practice using them to make life easier
-simple machines will be the topic of our scientist is the school activities coming up soon where students will be able to experiment and have fun with them
Below are some resources for students to review at home. There are other videos available on YouTube, such as more detailed videos about each simple machine, if you want to help your child search and find more. It's always a good idea to preview them first for content and ads.
All About Simple Machines - A bit of information about simple machines and a video
This first video is a bit drier, but includes all the basic information in a short video. Kids really enjoy Bill Nye but he can be harder to follow for some students as he speaks quickly and a lot is going on. It is advised that parents watch that one with students and stop to talk about what is going on.