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Forces and Springs
This resource from Physicists in Primary Schools (PIPS) supports the teaching of forces and springs at Key Stage Two.
A presentation introduces springs and explores the elastic and inelastic properties of materials. A whole class activity focuses on applying different forces to 'stretchimals' (stretchy toy animals). It also looks at springs found in everyday objects, how they are useful and applications in medicine.
The presentation is interspersed with demonstrations, games and activities linking children’s knowledge with their experience, all have been designed to engage children with the enjoyment and excitement of physics.
Originally designed as a one-off lesson to be delivered by a visiting physicist, this resource links directly to the science curriculum. Also included are detailed teachers’ notes on running the activities.
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