Illustrates with simple examples and experiments the principles behind natural forces and the motions they create as well as their effects and how they can be utilized.

Illustrates with simple examples and experiments the principles behind natural forces and the motions they create as well as their effects and how they can be utilized.

A discussion of the physics of forces and motion, with illustrations, charts, graphs, and a timeline, covering terms and concepts such as friction, momentum, and Newton's laws of motion.

Describes different types of forces and offers experiments to demonstrate the priciples of physical science that apply.

The pull of gravity and the movement of Earth are just two examples of how force and motion affect every second of our lives. Help your readers explore the laws of motion and much more. Models relating to the physics of magnets, jumping on the moon, and why it's a good idea to wear a helmet while biking are some of this book's activities that leverage experiential learning to foster concept mastery.

Help students explore the wonders of science with the mind-stretching activities in this series. Each book includes a number of special features, with fun, easy-to-prepare activities that cover topics from the three main branches of science: physical science, earth science, and life science. Clear, step-by-step instructions foster independent learning; guided questions help develop observation and critical thinking skills; fascinating facts and extension activities enrich learning. In addition, background information and teaching tips are provided in the Activity Guide at the back of the book to help you maximize students' understanding of scientific concepts.

Everything moves! Kids run around the playground, cars drive on the road, and balls fly through the air. What causes all this motion? Physics! Forces and motion rule the way everything moves through space. In Explore Forces and Motion! With 25 Great Projects, readers ages 7 through 10 discover that the push and pull of every object on the planet and in space depends on how a force acts upon it. Things float because of a force called buoyancy, we stick to the ground because of a force called gravity, and we make footprints in sand because of a force called pressure. Physics becomes accessible and interactive through activities such as a experimenting with a water cup drop, building a bridge, and spotting magnetic field lines. Simple machines such as levers, pulleys, and wedges are used as vehicles for discovery and comprehension of the foundational concepts of physical science. Using a theme familiar to everyone—motion—this book captures the imagination and encourages young readers to push, pull, twist, turn, and spin their way to learning about forces and motion.