3rd grade forces and magnets lessons

Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · 14 videos · Checked and refreshed daily

Quick answer

In 3rd grade (ages 8–9), children learn that pushes and pulls are forces, that balanced forces cancel out and unbalanced forces change motion, and that magnets attract or repel without touching. Lessons from Generation Genius, Learn Bright and Crash Course Kids. Play all on repeat, or loop one demonstration.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Push and Pull for Kids | Forces in SciencePush and Pull for Kids | Forces in ScienceHomeschool PopPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Forces for Kids | Balanced and Unbalanced | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipForces for Kids | Balanced and Unbalanced | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Balanced & Unbalanced Forces | Forces & Motion | Physics | FuseSchoolBalanced & Unbalanced Forces | Forces & Motion | Physics | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Motion and Friction Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipMotion and Friction Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Introduction to Friction for Children - Friction for Kids: FreeSchoolIntroduction to Friction for Children - Friction for Kids: FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Gravity for Kids | Learn all about how gravitational force worksGravity for Kids | Learn all about how gravitational force worksLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Defining Gravity: Crash Course Kids #4.1Defining Gravity: Crash Course Kids #4.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Down to Earth: Crash Course Kids #4.2Down to Earth: Crash Course Kids #4.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Magnets for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipMagnets for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Magnets for Kids | What is a magnet, and how does it work?Magnets for Kids | What is a magnet, and how does it work?Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Magnetism and Magnetic Fields | Learn about types of magnets and how they workMagnetism and Magnetic Fields | Learn about types of magnets and how they workLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Fun with Magnets!Fun with Magnets!SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Magnets and Electricity STEM | Learn about magnetism and electricityMagnets and Electricity STEM | Learn about magnetism and electricityLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  14. 14The Pushes & Pulls SONG | Forces for Kids | Grades K-2 ScienceThe Pushes & Pulls SONG | Forces for Kids | Grades K-2 ScienceGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop

What does this 3rd grade forces and magnets unit cover?

It introduces pushes and pulls, balanced and unbalanced forces, friction and gravity, then magnets, magnetic fields and poles that attract or repel. By the end a child should predict whether an object will move when forces act on it, and explain why two magnets snap together or push apart.

How does RepeatWatch help with forces and magnets?

Set an A–B loop on one demonstration, such as a tug of war with balanced forces, and watch it again before trying it at home. Slow a busy explanation to 0.75×, save each idea on keys 1–9, and use Stop after N loops to keep sessions short.

Frequently asked questions

What grade learns about balanced and unbalanced forces?

In the US, balanced and unbalanced forces and magnetism are usually taught in 3rd grade (ages 8–9), after pushes and pulls in kindergarten. Grade levels vary by country and school, so start with the simpler push and pull videos if they are new.

Can we try these ideas at home?

Yes. A few fridge magnets, paper clips and a toy car are enough to test attraction, repulsion and friction. Loop the matching part of a video, pause, try it together, then play the loop again to compare what you saw.