Fun with Forces is suitable for ages 5 to 11 years.
Especially Years 3 and 4   (Primary 4 and 5 in Scotland)

9 great experiments investigating various aspects of forces, including:

Investigating Velcro - find out how much you can lift with a short strip of hook and loop fastener;

Defying Gravity - an amazing experiment in which a paperclip is suspended in mid-air using a strong magnet;

The Magic Flag - a classic magic trick is used to investigate friction;

Magnet Pendulum - a fascintaing way to explore magnetic attraction and repulsion;

Floor Walker - investigate how energy is stored in an elastic band and then released to make a simple toy move;

Investigating Gravity - a simple but dramatic way to explore gravity and air resistance;

The pack includes the following:

Worksheets - in a spiral bound book so that they can be easily photocopied. There is a worksheet to accompany most of the experiments - and in some cases there are different worksheets so that the same activty can be use with pupils of different age or ability.

Teacher Notes also in a spiral bound book. Detailed notes describe how to perform the experiment and how to use the worksheets. They also provide an in-depth discussion of the science behind the activity - and in many cases suggest further extensions to the activity.

CD ROM contains printable pdf versions of all the Worksheets and Teacher Notes.

Strong Magnets several small strong magnets - specifically selected for these experiments.

Clear Plastic Jar and Velcro Strips for the Investigating Velcro experiment.

Flag for the Magic Flag experiment.

Bead and Rubber Band to make your Floor Walker.

Samples of Worksheets and Teacher Notes

Note on CE Marking - whilst many of the items included in this Instant Science pack carry a CE Marking, under current CE Marking regulations, 'Products intended for use for educational purposes in schools and other padagogical contexts under the surveillance of an adult instructor, such as science equipment' are not considered as toys, and therefore do not require a CE Marking.