Grade 6 science · Three-day unit

Forces in Motion: free Grade 6 science worksheets

Explore balanced forces, unbalanced forces and friction with a tabletop investigation. Download the student worksheet and teacher copy with answers. Both PDFs are free, with no account or email required.

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First page of Comparing Friction on Three Surfaces
Student worksheet · 4 pages

Comparing Friction on Three Surfaces

A fair-test investigation with a results table, force diagram, conclusions and two exit questions.

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First page of Answers and suggested responses
Teacher copy · 5 pages

Answers and suggested responses

Answers for all ten questions, illustrative trial data and guidance for interpreting students’ results.

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Before you print

A fair test with familiar materials

Gather the equipmentA wooden block with a secure attachment, a suitable spring scale, bare wood, sandpaper, wax paper and tape. Check the scale range and attachments before use.
Compare steady sliding forcesStudents keep the block and pulling method consistent, take three readings per surface and compare their means. The worksheet includes space for a force diagram and conclusions.
Keep the teacher copy nearbyThe guide includes worked answers and illustrative results. Accept conclusions supported by students’ own measurements; actual results can differ.

These files were created for Grade 6 science. Review the activities against your local curriculum and class needs before teaching.

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Can I download the files without a CARL account?

Yes. All three PDFs are free to download here. No account or email is required.

Which pages should I print for students?

Print the four-page student worksheet for each student or group. Keep the teacher copy for your own reference. The PDFs use US Letter paper. For A4, choose your printer’s fit-to-page setting and check the preview.

Do students need a spring scale?

Yes. The investigation uses a suitable spring scale to measure the force while a block slides steadily. Check the scale range and secure the attachment before class. Each group compares three surfaces using the same block and method.

Does this set match my local curriculum?

The set was created for Grade 6 science and focuses on balanced forces, unbalanced forces and friction. Curriculum expectations vary. Check the plan against your current curriculum and students’ needs before teaching.

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