No Prep Plans: Gravity & Mass – Gravity Investigation Lab

No Prep Plans: Gravity & Mass – Gravity Investigation Lab
Year 7 Physics | Cambridge Lower Secondary Science Aligned

Bring gravity to life with this engaging, hands-on physics investigation that helps students explore the relationship between gravity, mass, and weight through real measurements, calculations, and scientific inquiry.

In this two-day Gravity Investigation Lab, students work as physicists to investigate how gravity affects objects on Earth and beyond. Through a series of interactive lab stations, students measure mass and weight, compare falling objects, calculate weight on different planets, and discover why mass stays constant while weight changes depending on gravity.

Perfect for reinforcing key Year 7 Physics concepts while developing scientific investigation, data collection, and critical thinking skills.

What's Included:
• Teacher Directions Page (Two 45–60 Minute Lessons)
• Student Research & Planning Page
• Student Data Collection & Gravity Investigations Page
• Student Investigation Report & Conclusions Page
• Color and Black & White Versions

Students Will Learn About:
• Gravity as a Force
• Mass vs Weight
• Gravity Strength (g = 10 N/kg)
• Newtons and Kilograms
• Measuring Weight with a Newton-Meter
• Measuring Mass with a Balance
• Falling Objects
• Gravity on Earth, the Moon, Mars, and Jupiter
• Scientific Investigation and Data Analysis

Skills Developed:
• Scientific Inquiry
• Data Collection
• Observation Skills
• Measurement Skills
• Evidence-Based Reasoning
• Critical Thinking
• Mathematical Calculations
• Scientific Communication
• Collaboration and Discussion

Perfect For:
• Cambridge Lower Secondary Science
• Year 7 Physics/US Grade 6
• Forces and Motion Units
• Gravity Units
• STEM Activities
• Science Labs
• Project-Based Learning
• Small Group Investigations
• Homeschool Learning
• Sub Plans

Teacher-Friendly Features:
• Print-and-go format
• Easy classroom setup
• Flexible station-based design
• Supports collaborative learning
• Encourages hands-on exploration
• Easy-to-assess student products
• Connects physics concepts to real-world applications

Students investigate real scientific questions such as why objects fall toward Earth, why mass and weight are not the same thing, and how gravity changes across our solar system. Through measurement, experimentation, and analysis, students gain a deeper understanding of one of the most important forces in the universe.

Important Disclaimer:
This resource is an independent educational product created to support classroom instruction and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by Cambridge University Press & Assessment or Cambridge International Education. References to Cambridge Lower Secondary Science are provided solely to indicate curriculum alignment and instructional relevance. Teachers should use their professional judgment and their school's approved curriculum materials when implementing this resource.