This Term in 3/4 Pearce we are learning about force in Science. Our inquiry focuses on how contact and non-contact forces interact with objects to make them move. We have conducted lots of experiments to explore this. Our investigation started by learning about states of matter (solid, gas, and liquid). We filled balloons with air and placed them under a table. Then, we wanted to see how many students could stand on the table before it popped. We got to 4!

Then, we defined the difference between push and pull and investigated what causes things to float. We placed various objects into a jug of water and discussed what properties the objects had that caused them to float.

In the next stage of our inquiry, we are learning about the forces that interact with falling objects. The inquiry is proving to be an excellent learning journey for students, with lots of fun, hands-on experiences along the way!