The Soccer Game — Reading Comprehension

This educational passage explores the NGSS K-PS2-1 standard through a relatable soccer scenario. Students learn about different strengths of pushes through hard and soft kicks, and experience directional forces when the ball bounces off a tree. The content demonstrates how stronger pushes result in faster motion and how objects can change direction upon collision. The passage incorporates grade-appropriate vocabulary and real-world examples to help kindergarteners understand basic physics concepts.