Grabbing Gravity

Hold on tight class, because today we are continuing to study about gravity!

Gravity is a force that pulls everything towards the center of the Earth.  Today we will look and talk about different objects and the effect that gravity has on them.  We will create a concept map about these differect pictures of  actions and objects, and decide how to group them into different categories. 

Click on the Projects tab at the top of the page and head over to Project 3!  Here you will find the worksheet that we’ll be creating a concept map about.  It is your job to decide the best ways to group these pictures based on their relationship with gravity. 

Once you’re finished completing your concept maps think about these questions:

1. In your own words explain what gravity is.  Remember to include at least 3 of our vocabulary terms in your definition! (Force, Pull, Resist, Weight, Heavy, Light, Earth.)
2. Explain why gravity is important while riding on a Roller Coaster.
3. Name three objects that show resistance to gravity.
4. Which way does gravity pull?
5. Write a short story about what you think life would be like without Gravity.

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• 3rd Grade Science 
  Standard 4 : 
  Students will understand that objects near Earth are pulled toward Earth by gravity. 
  Objective 1, 2. 

WebQuest

Students,

Our WebQuest is now posted!

We’ll be learning about Ancient Egypt and working in groups to create  a Travel Brochure.  We have a lot of activities planned for you so be sure to check it out by clicking on the “WebQuest” tab at the top of the site.  Click HERE for an alternate link.

You’re going to be great explorers!

 

This was designed for Miss Cat and Miss Jennifer’s 6th grade classroom.