Help students understand the forces they see every day! This
TEKS-aligned resource builds a strong foundation by identifying and
explaining how different forces act on objects.

What’s Included

• Information Gap Exercise

• Short Answer Exercise

• Exit Tickets

Concepts Covered (TEKS 6.7A)

• Identifying forces acting on
  objects: gravity, friction, magnetism, applied force, normal
  force

• Distinguishing contact
  forces vs non-contact forces

• Explaining how forces can
  change motion (speed, direction, start/stop)

• Connecting force types to
  real-world situations

How It’s Useful

• Perfect for unit introductions,
  stations, and concept practice

• Great for science notebooks and
  class discussions

• Exit tickets provide fast
  checks and easy data tracking

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