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In this activity about gravity (page eight of the pdf), learners will very simply explore how gravity affects objects using balls and toys. They will also explore the different forces they can use in order to make objects move. This is an excellent activity to connect science with something with which the students play with every day. For slightly older children, you can also discuss potential and kinetic energy. This activity is best done outside or in a wide open space.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
free per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 4 - 8
Resource Types:
Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Various Balls
  • Various Other Toys

Keywords

Subjects

  • Physical Sciences
    • Motion and Forces
      • Gravity

Informal Categories

  • Outdoor Activity
  • Physical Activity
  • Toys

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • be mobile

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

This resource is part of:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

Source Collection

  • Field Trips & Group Visits

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, COSI Columbus, 2009