Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Our Solar System: Gravity & Inertia

For Students 3rd - 5th
A video and a short multiple-choice quiz on the topic of gravity and inertia, and how they work together to keep objects from floating off into space.
Handout
Physics4kids

Physics4 kids.com: Forces of Attraction

For Students 9th - 10th
Several diagrams provide explanations of planetary gravity as well as the gravity that exists between all objects.
Handout
NASA

Nasa: The Space Place: What Is Gravity Really?

For Students 9th - 10th
What is known about gravity? Find out Einstein's thoughts on gravity in a brief overview of this mysterious force.
Handout
Cosmos 4 kids

Cosmos4 Kids: Force of Gravity

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the force of gravity in this article. Also, view a video that shows angry birds and pigs go weightless!
Lesson Plan
The Wonder of Science

The Wonder of Science: 5 Ps2 1: Earth's Gravitational Force

For Teachers 5th
Create lessons on Earth's gravitational force with this site that includes work samples, phenomena, assessment templates, and videos.
Article
American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: Meet the Universe's Main Attraction Gravity

For Students 3rd - 8th
Illustrated and animated series of short articles answers the questions, what is gravity? and what does it do?
Article
Ducksters

Ducksters: Physics for Kids: Gravity

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the science behind gravity, the mysterious force of planet earth including why it is important, what is weight, and fun facts. What is gravity?
Article
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies

Mocomi: What Is Gravity?

For Students 3rd - 8th
Investigate what keeps us grounded and who spent a lot of time studying its details. How does gravity impact plant growth?