The+forces+are+with+us

7K Forces and their effects

Describe what forces can do. Recall that forces can be contact or non-contact forces and be able to name some examples. Explain how to measure forces. Explain the difference between weight and mass.
 * Objectives (what you will learn this lesson)**


 * Starter**
 * Complete and mark the quick quiz
 * Traffic light the first column on your target sheet (red = I can't do this, yellow = I can do this a little, but I'm not sure, green = I can confidently answer questions on this)

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 * Activities**
 * 1) Read and discuss forces (Exploring Science 7, p150-151)
 * 2) Where are the forces in this picture? Check your understanding using the animation below.
 * 1) Investigate [|Forces in action] move around the room to the different stations, follow the instructions on the sheet and record your findings
 * 2) Construct a [|Reverseword]. Stick the answer grid in your book and write your clues underneath. When you are done check your clues with your teacher.
 * 3) Extension: Read about and answer questions on the forces involved in [|Bathroom scales]

Review completed classwork / key term quiz
 * Summary**

Read the below list of forces > Are they: a. contact or non-contact? b. push or pull?
 * air resistance
 * friction
 * gravity
 * magnetic force
 * static electricity
 * water resistance

Complete the gapfill on [|The forces are with us]. Either copy and complete in your exercise book or print it off when you are done.
 * Homework**

Tutorials from [|Skoool.co.uk] on [|Forces] Learn about forces from [|brainpop]
 * Extra **