Forces and Magnets: The Invisible Pull · Physical Science

Friction and Surface Movement

Comparing how objects move on different surfaces and identifying the patterns in their motion.

Key Questions

  1. 1What causes some toys to slide further on wood than on carpet?
  2. 2How do we know which surface provides the most grip?
  3. 3What would happen if the world had no friction at all?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Science - Forces and Magnets
Year: Year 3
Subject: Science
Unit: Forces and Magnets: The Invisible Pull
Period: Physical Science

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