Grade 1 science · E.1 · Forces and motion
Motion from pushing
A push from someone or something makes a stopped object start to move. This is how motion begins in simple situations like pushing a ball or toy.
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When Jonah pushes a red ball, what happens to the ball?
- It stops moving
- It starts moving (right)
- It flies away
A toy car is sitting still on the floor. What happens when Ines pushes it?
- It stays still
- It starts to move (right)
- It gets heavier
Maya and Ravi are curious. If you push a block that is sitting on the floor, what happens?
- It stays in place
- It turns around
- It begins to slide (right)
Tip: A push from someone or something makes a stopped object start to move. This is how motion begins in simple situations like pushing a ball or toy.
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