Year 3 Investigate Friction in Action!
Year 3 turned into real scientists this week as they carried out an amazing experiment to investigate how much force it takes to pull an object across different surfaces. With their clipboards in hand and Newton meters at the ready, the children headed out to the playground to test their predictions.
They explored a range of surfaces – from the smooth slide to the bumpy pitch – carefully measuring how many newtons of force were needed to pull an object across each one. Using fair testing methods, the class made sure to keep everything consistent except for the surface area, and recorded their results with great care.
What they discovered was fascinating: surfaces with more friction, like the pitch, required more force to pull across, while smoother surfaces like the slide needed much less. It sparked some brilliant discussions about how friction helps us in everyday life – from keeping us upright when we walk to slowing things down when they move.
It was fantastic to see such excitement, curiosity, and teamwork. Well done, Year 3 – true scientists in the making!
