Pull Definition
A pull moves objects closer by force. For example, pulling a tissue from a box.
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Pushes and Pulls
Fun Facts
- Pulling weeds out of the yard moves them towards you.
- Pulling a shopping cart back towards you uses force.
- You can pull on a sock, a dog leash, or a backpack with wheels.
Why Do We Need To Know About Pull
Learning about ‘pull’ helps us understand how we do everyday things. Whether we are shopping or gardening, ‘pull’ is everywhere. It is important for our daily tasks and for work in areas like stores, gardens, sports, and making products.
Knowing about ‘pull’ makes it easier to handle things and helps in choosing careers. It leads to creating better tools and ways of doing things, which makes work easier and improves how we use products.
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