This unit on Forces and Simple Machines meets the requirements of the Saskatchewan Grade 5 Science outcomes and indicators. There are three units included, one for each of the following outcomes:
FM5.1: Analyze the effects of gravitational, magnetic and mechanical forces, including friction, on the movement of objects
FM5.2: Investigate characteristics of simple machines, including levers, wheels and axles, pulleys, inclined planes, screws and wedges, for moving and lifting loads
FM5.3: Asses