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Push or Pull Sort | Forces of Motion Classification Activity for Upper
The Push or Pull Sort is a ready-to-use Montessori science shelf work designed for upper elementary (grades 4–6) students to explore the basic forces of motion. Students classify common actions and scenarios into push or pull categories, using a control of error to self-check. This activity introduces and reinforces force direction concepts while encouraging observation, sorting, and reasoning skills. Students will: Read scenario cards representing everyday actions (e.g., racing a toy car
1st - 8th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics
STEM Forces, Motion & Energy Bundle: Hands-On Engineering & Physics For (k-9)
⚡ STEM Forces, Motion & Energy Bundle: Hands-On Engineering Activities Bring science to life with this exciting hands-on STEM bundle designed to help students explore force, motion, electricity, and energy through engaging engineering challenges! This collection encourages learners to think like scientists and engineers as they design, test, and improve creative solutions through real-world investigations. This bundle includes four interactive STEM activities: Electricity Basics STEM – Build a
1st - 9th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
Blast Off into Physics! Newton’s Laws/ Force and Motion Doodle Notes Bundle
🚀 Blast Off into Physics! Newton’s Laws & Force and Motion Doodle Notes Bundle Are your students tired of dry textbooks? Turn your science block into a creative powerhouse with this all-in-one Force and Motion Doodle Notes & Biography Bundle! Designed specifically for 5th-grade minds, this resource blends artistic engagement with high-level scientific concepts to make Newton’s Laws stick. This isn't just a packet of worksheets: it's a visual learning journey that guides students through the
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physics
Density Tower Lab | Montessori Chemistry Experiment | Hands-On Science for Upper
Turn abstract chemistry into a memorable hands-on experience with this Density Tower Lab. Designed for grades 4–6, this activity shows students how liquids and solids behave based on their density, making particle theory both visible and engaging. Students layer liquids such as honey, dish soap, water, and oil in a clear jar, then test different solids (coin, bead, paperclip, grape, popcorn kernel) to see where each one settles. By observing the separation of liquids and the placement of so
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, Chemistry, Physics
Newton’s Laws Sort | Forces of Motion, Montessori Science
This Newton’s Laws Sort is a ready-to-use Montessori science shelf work designed for upper elementary (grades 4–6) students. It makes learning Newton’s First, Second, and Third Laws of Motion interactive and memorable by using real-world scenarios that students can relate to. Students will: Read nine scenario cards representing everyday examples of Newton’s First Law (Inertia), Second Law (Force & Acceleration), and Third Law (Action & Reaction) Sort the scenarios under the correct law title
3rd - 8th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics
Weighted Car Test | Gravity and Acceleration Forces of Motion Activity for Upper
The Weighted Car Test is an interactive Montessori science activity designed for upper elementary (grades 4–6) students to investigate whether weight affects the speed of objects rolling down a ramp. This self-contained shelf work is perfect for a Forces of Motion unit and reinforces key physics concepts such as gravity, acceleration, and friction. Students will: Compare two toy cars—one heavier, one lighter—created by adding weights to one car Predict which car will reach the bottom of
2nd - 8th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics
Ball Drop Test | Gravity and Acceleration Activity for Upper Elementary
The Ball Drop Test is a self-contained Montessori science activity designed for upper elementary (grades 4–6) students to investigate how gravity affects falling objects. This engaging work allows students to measure and compare the time it takes for a ball to drop from different heights and to understand acceleration due to gravity. Students will: Drop a ping pong ball from three different heights (0.5 m, 1.0 m, and 1.5 m) Use a stopwatch to measure drop time for each height Repeat trials,
2nd - 8th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics
Affected by Gravity Sort | Montessori & Homeschool Hands-On Learning
Bring physics to life in your classroom with this engaging Affected by Gravity Sort activity! Designed for Montessori classrooms, homeschool families, and upper elementary science teachers, this hands-on sorting work helps students explore which objects, forces, and phenomena are affected by gravity—and which are not. Perfect for introducing or reinforcing the concept of gravity, this activity includes clear sorting cards that can be laminated for repeated use. Students simply read each card,
K - 8th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics
Is it Magnetic? Science Sorting Activity (Forces)
Provides a hands-on activity where students cut and sort items into “magnetic” and “non-magnetic” groups. Encourages active engagement and critical thinking through testing and classifying objects. Reinforces the scientific concept of magnetism in a concrete, practical way. Helps students distinguish between materials that are magnetic (e.g., steel) and non-magnetic (e.g., elastic, wood). Promotes fine motor skills through cutting and sorting tasks. Supports vocabulary development rela
PreK - 2nd
Basic Principles, General Science, Physics
Friction Feel Test – Montessori Science
Bring Forces of Motion to life in your Montessori classroom with this Friction Feel Test. This hands-on science work is designed for upper elementary (grades 4–6) students to investigate the effects of friction on different surfaces. Students will: Push a toy car across four surface types (crumpled cardstock, aluminum foil, printer paper, coarse sandpaper) Observe differences in resistance Rank surfaces from least to most friction Record results and answer a reflection question Use a con
3rd - 8th
Basic Principles, Physical Science, Physics
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