Pushes and Pulls

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

Can you push a door?

Back

Yes, you can push a door to open it.

Front

Can you pull a door?

Back

Yes, you can pull a door to close it.

Front

What happens when you push a toy car?

Back

The toy car moves forward.

Front

What happens when you pull a toy car?

Back

The toy car moves closer to you.

Front

What is a strong force?

Back

A strong force is a big push or pull that can move heavy objects.

Front

What is a weak force?

Back

A weak force is a small push or pull that can move light objects.

Front

What do you need to lift a heavy object?

Back

You need a strong force to lift a heavy object.

Front

What do you need to lift a light object?

Back

You need a weak force to lift a light object.