Forces: Push and Pull

Front

What is a push?

Back

A push is a force that moves an object away from you.

Front

What is a pull?

Back

A pull is a force that brings an object closer to you.

Front

Is pushing a shopping cart a push or a pull?

Back

Push

Front

Is pulling a door open a push or a pull?

Back

Pull

Front

What happens when you push a toy car?

Back

The toy car moves away from you.

Front

What happens when you pull a rope?

Back

The rope comes closer to you.

Front

In tug of war, what do you do to win?

Back

You pull the rope toward you.

Front

What force do you use to close a drawer?

Back

Push

Front

What force do you use to open a drawer?

Back

Pull

Front

Can you push a friend on a swing?

Back

Yes, you push them to make them go higher.