Mild Tasks
Reading
Read this passage. Can you answer the questions?
Using a Newton Meter
A Newton meter is a piece of scientific equipment used to measure force. It is sometimes called a force meter. Forces are pushes and pulls, and they are measured in units called newtons (N).
Inside a Newton meter there is a spring. When you pull on the hook at the end of the meter, the spring stretches. The scale on the side shows how much the spring has stretched. The further the spring stretches, the bigger the force being used.
To use a Newton meter correctly, you should hold it steady and read the scale at eye level. This helps you get an accurate measurement. If the meter is tilted or you look at it from above or below, you might read the scale incorrectly.
Newton meters are useful in investigations. For example, you can measure how much force is needed to pull a shoe across different surfaces such as wood, tile or carpet. This helps us learn about friction and how surfaces affect movement.
Scientists and engineers use Newton meters to test materials, check safety and compare forces. Measuring forces carefully helps us make fair tests and reliable conclusions.
Comprehension Questions
- What does a Newton meter measure?
- What unit is used to measure force?
- What is inside a Newton meter?
- What happens to the spring when a bigger force is used?
- Why should you read the scale at eye level?
- Why is it important to hold the Newton meter steady?
- How does a Newton meter help us learn about friction?
Listening and Talking
Talk to your adult about sports day. What did you enjoy the most?
Spelling
Practise reading and spelling these words containing the ‘ure’ spelling pattern from your chosen list. Remember to challenge yourself! Can you use these words correctly in a sentence?
Practise spelling and grammar of your choice on BBC Bitesize Crystal Explorers.
Numeracy
Use the formula to find the area of rectangles.
Area = Length x Width
Sumdog – attempt the Sumdog challenges set for you.
Hot Task: Head Teacher Challenge
Celebrating Achievements! We want to have an achievement from out of school celebrated for every single child (and staff member) in our school.
Achievements will be shared on our new electronic display board in the centre of the school, so please take a few seconds to share your achievement with us by clicking here:
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