Find out what stops us floating away and how friction slows us down, plus much, much more in this fascinating first introduction to the basics of physics. Packed with fun activities that will get children thinking about forces and motion in the world around them, this guide uses scientific experiments to show how the different forces work. An ideal first introduction to core Key Stage 1 science topics, combining clear and simple explanations with hand-on activities to encourage children to think about how the things around them work. Also includes a glossary to explain tricky terms plus parents and teachers' notes to help take the learning further.