Foundation science · A.1 · Forces and motion
What makes things move
A force like a push, pull, wind, or water can make things move.
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In science class, Theo asks: What makes a ball roll when you push it?
- The ground pulling it
- Wind blowing on the ball
- A push from a person (right)
In science class, Ana asks: Which of these can make a toy car move?
- A rock
- Wind (right)
- A book
Leo and Kai are curious. What makes a kite fly up?
- The sun heating the air
- A person holding it too tight
- Wind pushing on the kite (right)
Tip: A force like a push, pull, wind, or water can make things move.
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