Forces and Motion
Grade 3 Science · Massachusetts, USA
Understand pushes, pulls, and how objects move.
Lessons
Pushes and Pulls
A force is a push or a pull that can make an object move, stop, or change direction.
Friction
Friction is a force that slows things down when two surfaces rub against each other.
Gravity
Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward the ground. It is why things fall when you drop them.
Magnets
Magnets can push or pull certain metals without touching them. Every magnet has a north pole and a south pole.
Balanced and Unbalanced Forces
When forces are balanced, an object stays still or keeps moving the same way. Unbalanced forces cause a change in motion.
People Also Ask
What topics are in Forces and Motion for Grade 3 Science?+
The Forces and Motion chapter covers multiple lessons aligned to the Massachusetts curriculum. Browse all lessons below to see the full topic list.
Is Forces and Motion part of the Massachusetts curriculum?+
Yes, Forces and Motion is part of the official Grade 3 Science curriculum in Massachusetts, USA.