Forces, Friction & Movement Learn how the 3 Laws of Motion apply in daily life Enquire Now 🚀 Physical World: Forces & Motion Forces, Friction & Movement Newtonian Physics, Inertia and Rotational Forces How do objects really move? In this in-depth science workshop, we peel back the layers of the physical world to investigate the invisible forces that govern our universe. Students move beyond simple observations to explore the mechanics of push and pull forces, witnessing Sir Isaac Newton’s laws in action through high-energy demonstrations. We dive deep into the variables that impact friction and how rotational forces dictate the movement of everything from toys to satellites. By exploring the complex relationship between inertia and momentum, students gain a foundational understanding of STEM concepts that are essential for future engineering and physics studies. Key Workshop Outcomes: Push & Pull: Identify how balanced and unbalanced forces change motion. Friction Variables: Test how different surfaces and materials resist movement. Rotational Force: Investigate gyroscopic stability and angular momentum. Inertia & Newton: Prove that objects resist changes to their state of motion. Momentum Mechanics: Explore the relationship between mass, velocity, and force. Expert Content & Presentation Led by Churchill Fellow Ben Newsome, we ensure every school incursion is grounded in pedagogical best practice and student-led inquiry. Trustpilot 4 Million+ Students Inspired since 2004 Trustpilot Check Availability Global Online Class: Interactive distance programs since 2010. Available for any school globally via high-definition video conferencing. ⚙️ Hands-on physics demonstrations. 🎥 Zoom, Teams, or school software. Quick Links Past projects Requirements Cost per Science Show Free Science Resources Back to Primary Science Visits 150 Free Experiments Fizzics in the Media Australian Curriculum Mapping for all science workshops & shows Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science incursions Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science F-10 Version 9.0 Foundation describe how objects move and how factors including their size, shape or material influence their movement AC9SFU02 explore the ways people make and use observations and questions to learn about the natural world AC9SFH01 pose questions and make predictions based on experiences AC9SFI01 Year 1 describe pushes and pulls in terms of strength and direction and predict the effect of these forces on objects’ motion and shape AC9S1U03 Year 2 recognise that materials can be changed physically without changing their material composition including by bending, twisting, stretching and breaking AC9S2U03 Year 1 & 2 describe how people use science in their daily lives, including using patterns to make scientific predictions AC9S1H0, AC9S2H01 pose questions to explore observed simple patterns and relationships AC9S1I01, AC9S2I01 compare observations with predictions and others’ observations AC9S1I05, AC9S2I05 Year 4 identify how forces can be exerted by one object on another and investigate the effect of frictional, gravitational and magnetic forces AC9S4U03 Year 3 & 4 examine how people use data to develop scientific explanations AC9S3H01, AC9S4H01 consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem AC9S3H02, AC9S4H02 pose questions to explore patterns and draw conclusions AC9S3I05, AC9S4I05 Year 5 & 6 investigate how scientific knowledge is used by individuals and communities to make decisions AC9S5H02, AC9S6H02 pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships AC9S5I01, AC9S6I01 Design and Technologies F-10 Version 9.0 Years 3 & 4 describe how forces and the properties of materials affect function in a product or system AC9TDE4K02 Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: STe-5PW-ST observes the way objects move and relates changes in motion to push and pull forces ST1-9PW-ST investigates how forces and energy are used in products ST2-9PW-ST describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST3-9PW-ST investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force NSW Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For implementation advice, visit the NESA Science and Technology site. Early Stage 1 STE-SCI-01 describes characteristics of living things, properties of materials, and movement Recognise that properties of materials can be observed using the senses Pose questions about materials and describe how they are used in everyday objects Bend, twist, crush and stretch objects to test material properties Stage 1 ST1-SCI-01 measures and describes changes in living things, materials, movement, Earth and the sky Recognise that a force is a push or pull that changes movement, speed, direction or shape Pose questions and test the effects of forces on an object’s movement Test how frictional forces affect moving objects Test how the force of magnetism affects objects NSW K – 10 Science Mapping Print NSW Mapping PDF VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 Science Foundation to Level 2 The way objects move depends on factors including size, shape and material. VC2S2U10 Pushes and pulls are forces that can change an object’s movement or shape. VC2S2U11 Levels 3 & 4 Forces, including frictional and magnetic, affect the speed and direction of objects. VC2S4U10 Scientific investigations can be planned using fair test scaffolds. VC2S4I02 Design and Technologies Levels 3-4: Describe how forces affect function in a product or system. VC2TDE4C01 Levels 3-4: Describe how the properties of materials affect function. VC2TDE4C04 VIC F – 6 Science Mapping Print VIC Mapping PDF School Testimonials View All The Scots College Sydney Feedback on: Forces, Friction & Movement Kate was fantastic yesterday too. A great incursion for the boys! Thank you Homebush West Public School Feedback on: Forces, Friction & Movement All of the students and teachers who attended the 'Forces, Friction and Movement' workshop on Monday thoroughly enjoyed the experience, particularly the nature of the presenter and the hands-on activities you provided. One of our school focus points is that we encourage our students to be active learners and that's exactly what your program allowed our students to do! Our students were able to actively engage and participate in their own learning and they loved it! Science Show Activities Spin spin spin Once the disks spin they hold their angle due to inertia Rocket carts For every action there's an equal & opposite action Mega hoberman spin As collapsing spheres spin they speed up...why? Space station twirl Learn how gyroscopes are used on International Space Station Gyrating gyros Create balance in the gyroscopes with a bit of speed Skateboard shuffle Investigate push and pull forces Rocket launch Release pressure to make it fly! Euler's disc A lack of friction allows movement to go for a long time Magnetic levitators Levitate the magnets and watch them spin with very low friction Table cloth pull An inertia demonstration used in magic tricks Magnet mayhem Investigate the interaction of a variety of magnets Dropper poppers Store and release energy with a spring! Vortex fog rings Transfer force with air vortices Gyro rings Pull the rings up against gravity as they spin Tornado tubes Make a tornadoes in a bottle. Inertia beads Self-siphoning beads... how do they work? Balancing bottle It's all about the centre of balance! Book pull apart The more friction, the harder it is to separate the pages Nail chair Its all about spreading out the pressure! Science workshop content What Students Experience: The Physics Lab In this high-velocity workshop, students explore the fundamental laws that govern how everything in our universe moves. From the microscopic friction between surfaces to the massive forces required for space travel, we make Newtonian physics tangible, visual, and unforgettable. 1. Newton’s Fundamentals We kick off with spectacular demonstrations of Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion, illustrated through everything from sitting on a chair of nails to the physics of a balancing bottle. 2. Hands-On Exploration Students rotate through specialised stations to test how laws of motion apply across solids, liquids, and gases. They investigate rotational “spinning” forces, static and frictional forces, and the nature of non-contact magnetic forces. 3. Advanced Mechanics The session concludes by reinforcing the concepts, including the classic tablecloth pull and the mechanics of spacecraft manoeuvring in a vacuum. We even launch vortex rings to show how force transfers through the air. Real Classroom Feedback T Tara Anglican School Physics Workshop The girls had a fantastic day investigating the laws of motion! The hands-on stations really helped them understand inertia and friction through real-world examples. View on Facebook S St Bernadette’s Newton’s Laws Show An incredible session! Seeing the laws of motion demonstrated with such high-impact equipment made a huge difference to our students’ understanding of physics. View on Facebook ⬅️ Swipe to see more examples ➡️ EST. 2004 Our Commitment to Quality Science Education A Trusted School Partner for 20 Years Fizzics Education delivers reliable, syllabus-aligned visits that engage students and meet the practical requirements of the Australian classroom. ✓ Authentic Physics Apparatus: Using specialised specialised gyroscopes, air tracks, and force meters. ✓ Newtonian Depth: Moving beyond simple “push/pull” to explore inertia, momentum, and mechanics. Trustpilot Requirements ⚙️ Workshop Logistics Session Requirements 👥 Capacity & Timing 👨🎓 Attendance: Max 30 students per class. 🏫 Target: Appropriate for Years K to 6. ⏰ Duration: 60 or 90 minute options. 🛠️ Set/Pack: 30 mins setup + 30 mins pack down. 📍 Venue Requirements 🏗️ Tables: 10 tables arranged around the room for rotation stations. 🔌 Power: Access to 1 electrical power socket. 🪑 Seating: Chairs are not required for students. Social Distancing: We will tailor the workshop to suit both your school and the State’s current requirements. Contact us here. 🛡️ $20M Public Liability ✅ WWCC Checked 📋 Full Risk Assessments 🎓 Expert Educators Go Further! Complete Units of Work to Support Your Teaching Save planning time with high-quality videos, printable experiments, vocabulary lists, and marking rubrics designed to engage students in STEM. Explore STEM Units Extend the Experience Pair this workshop with a larger stage show for groups of up to 240 students: Big Science Big Fun tick tick BOOM! Destination Moon Food Science Show Deep Blue Oceans Cost 💰 Workshop Investment Forces & Friction Most Popular $580 inc. GST 60-Minute Workshop ✨ $19.33 per student (Based on 30 students) $660 inc. GST 90-Minute Workshop ✨ $22.00 per student (Based on 30 students) $750 inc. GST 60-Minute Stage Show ✨ $12.50 per student (Based on 60 students) Early Bird: Book and pay within 7 days to receive 10% off your booking. View offers & discounts 🔖 Offers: Find out about bulk offers & discounts here. 🌍 Global Reach: Available as a live online class anywhere in the world. 📍 Regional: We visit country schools via Country Science Tours. 📑 Syllabus: Print a PDF for mapping of all K to 6 science visits. Call 1300 856 828 Click below to book your primary school incursion. Find out more about our impact 4 Million+ Students Inspired since 2004 Trustpilot Enquire Now Extension Ideas! STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More Extension Ideas! Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. 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Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science incursions Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science F-10 Version 9.0 Foundation describe how objects move and how factors including their size, shape or material influence their movement AC9SFU02 explore the ways people make and use observations and questions to learn about the natural world AC9SFH01 pose questions and make predictions based on experiences AC9SFI01 Year 1 describe pushes and pulls in terms of strength and direction and predict the effect of these forces on objects’ motion and shape AC9S1U03 Year 2 recognise that materials can be changed physically without changing their material composition including by bending, twisting, stretching and breaking AC9S2U03 Year 1 & 2 describe how people use science in their daily lives, including using patterns to make scientific predictions AC9S1H0, AC9S2H01 pose questions to explore observed simple patterns and relationships AC9S1I01, AC9S2I01 compare observations with predictions and others’ observations AC9S1I05, AC9S2I05 Year 4 identify how forces can be exerted by one object on another and investigate the effect of frictional, gravitational and magnetic forces AC9S4U03 Year 3 & 4 examine how people use data to develop scientific explanations AC9S3H01, AC9S4H01 consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem AC9S3H02, AC9S4H02 pose questions to explore patterns and draw conclusions AC9S3I05, AC9S4I05 Year 5 & 6 investigate how scientific knowledge is used by individuals and communities to make decisions AC9S5H02, AC9S6H02 pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships AC9S5I01, AC9S6I01 Design and Technologies F-10 Version 9.0 Years 3 & 4 describe how forces and the properties of materials affect function in a product or system AC9TDE4K02 Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: STe-5PW-ST observes the way objects move and relates changes in motion to push and pull forces ST1-9PW-ST investigates how forces and energy are used in products ST2-9PW-ST describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST3-9PW-ST investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force NSW Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For implementation advice, visit the NESA Science and Technology site. Early Stage 1 STE-SCI-01 describes characteristics of living things, properties of materials, and movement Recognise that properties of materials can be observed using the senses Pose questions about materials and describe how they are used in everyday objects Bend, twist, crush and stretch objects to test material properties Stage 1 ST1-SCI-01 measures and describes changes in living things, materials, movement, Earth and the sky Recognise that a force is a push or pull that changes movement, speed, direction or shape Pose questions and test the effects of forces on an object’s movement Test how frictional forces affect moving objects Test how the force of magnetism affects objects NSW K – 10 Science Mapping Print NSW Mapping PDF VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 Science Foundation to Level 2 The way objects move depends on factors including size, shape and material. VC2S2U10 Pushes and pulls are forces that can change an object’s movement or shape. VC2S2U11 Levels 3 & 4 Forces, including frictional and magnetic, affect the speed and direction of objects. VC2S4U10 Scientific investigations can be planned using fair test scaffolds. VC2S4I02 Design and Technologies Levels 3-4: Describe how forces affect function in a product or system. VC2TDE4C01 Levels 3-4: Describe how the properties of materials affect function. VC2TDE4C04 VIC F – 6 Science Mapping Print VIC Mapping PDF
What Students Experience: The Physics Lab In this high-velocity workshop, students explore the fundamental laws that govern how everything in our universe moves. From the microscopic friction between surfaces to the massive forces required for space travel, we make Newtonian physics tangible, visual, and unforgettable. 1. Newton’s Fundamentals We kick off with spectacular demonstrations of Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion, illustrated through everything from sitting on a chair of nails to the physics of a balancing bottle. 2. Hands-On Exploration Students rotate through specialised stations to test how laws of motion apply across solids, liquids, and gases. They investigate rotational “spinning” forces, static and frictional forces, and the nature of non-contact magnetic forces. 3. Advanced Mechanics The session concludes by reinforcing the concepts, including the classic tablecloth pull and the mechanics of spacecraft manoeuvring in a vacuum. We even launch vortex rings to show how force transfers through the air. Real Classroom Feedback T Tara Anglican School Physics Workshop The girls had a fantastic day investigating the laws of motion! The hands-on stations really helped them understand inertia and friction through real-world examples. View on Facebook S St Bernadette’s Newton’s Laws Show An incredible session! Seeing the laws of motion demonstrated with such high-impact equipment made a huge difference to our students’ understanding of physics. View on Facebook ⬅️ Swipe to see more examples ➡️ EST. 2004 Our Commitment to Quality Science Education A Trusted School Partner for 20 Years Fizzics Education delivers reliable, syllabus-aligned visits that engage students and meet the practical requirements of the Australian classroom. ✓ Authentic Physics Apparatus: Using specialised specialised gyroscopes, air tracks, and force meters. ✓ Newtonian Depth: Moving beyond simple “push/pull” to explore inertia, momentum, and mechanics. Trustpilot
STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More
STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More
Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More
Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More
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