Forces are pushes or pulls that can cause an object to move, change direction, speed up, slow down, or alter its shape, acting through contact or at a distance. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research. Forces is broken into 6 single-page sections: What is a Force?, Balanced and Unbalanced Forces, Gravity, Friction, Forces in Daily Life, and Words to Know.