Understanding how and why things move is a huge part of everyday life, and it’s all explained by Newton’s laws of motion. This Parent Q&A sheet supports home-educating families by offering clear answers to the most common questions children may ask when exploring Newton’s laws. From what inertia means to why rockets fly, these answers help parents feel confident guiding their learners through one of the key concepts in physics.

Designed to be readable and practical, the Q&A avoids complicated scientific jargon, while still offering correct and useful explanations. If you’ve ever worried about teaching science because it feels too technical, this sheet is here to help. It breaks down each of Newton’s three laws and applies them to real-world examples—like sports, transport, or space travel.

Whether you’re revisiting science yourself or learning it for the first time, this resource gives you the knowledge to answer curious questions and keep learning fun and stress-free. The format also makes it easy to print and use as a reference during your lesson or a follow-up conversation later on.