Observe and identify forces in the real world with a self-checking Forces In Action Game.
Let’s Play a Forces in Action Game!
Turn your force and motion unit into an exciting, interactive experience with this self‑checking Google Slides/PowerPoint Forces in Action Game. Students will explore real‑world examples of forces, such as gravity, friction, magnetism, and buoyancy, by viewing an image and selecting the invisible force at work.
From apples falling from trees to magnets attracting metal objects, students get instant feedback as they play this Forces in Action Game. Correct answers move them forward through the game, while gentle “try again” messages help guide them toward mastery.
Identify Examples of Buoyancy, Magnetism, Gravity and More!
This slideshow game helps students build confidence in recognizing forces in everyday situations.
Students will practice identifying:
- Gravity (falling objects, jumping, dropping items)
- Friction (sliding, slowing down, rubbing surfaces)
- Magnetism (magnets attracting or repelling objects)
- Buoyancy (objects floating or sinking in water)
The game encourages critical thinking, observation, and scientific reasoning… all while keeping students actively involved.
Download This Invisible Forces Game
This Invisible Forces Game is available as an easy-to-use Google Slides or a PowerPoint Resource file. To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow next to the download button to select your preferred file format.
This resource was created by Kendall Britnell, a teacher in Colorado and Teach Starter Collaborator.
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