Push or Pull

Front

What is a push?

Back

A push is a force that moves something away from you.

Front

What is a pull?

Back

A pull is a force that brings something closer to you.

Front

Give an example of a push.

Back

Pushing a swing to make it go higher.

Front

Give an example of a pull.

Back

Pulling a door to open it.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like how it pulls us to the ground.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that slows down or stops movement when two surfaces rub against each other.

Front

When do we use a push?

Back

We use a push when we want to move something away, like pushing a toy car.

Front

When do we use a pull?

Back

We use a pull when we want to bring something closer, like pulling a wagon.

Front

What happens when you push a heavy object?

Back

It may be hard to move because it takes more force to push heavy things.

Front

What happens when you pull a light object?

Back

It is usually easy to pull because it takes less force to move light things.