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What is gravity?

Quick Answer

Gravity is a force that pulls things toward each other. It keeps you on the ground, makes objects fall, and holds the Moon in orbit around Earth.

Why This Story Works for Bedtime

It’s grounding—literally. The idea that the world is held gently in place can feel comforting at bedtime.

Story at a Glance

RECOMMENDED AGES

6-10 years

READING TIME

2 min

THEMES
spaceearthsciencelearningcuriosityreassuringtimewonder
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Story Synopsis

Gravity is always working, even when you don’t notice it. This story explains what gravity is. Miluna shares that gravity pulls objects toward each other. Earth’s gravity keeps us on the ground and helps rain fall and rivers flow. Gravity also works in space. It keeps the Moon circling Earth and Earth circling the Sun. The tone stays calm and reassuring—gravity isn’t scary; it’s a quiet helper that makes the world feel steady. Curiosity stories like this turn big ideas into gentle understanding.

Story Excerpt

Have you ever dropped a toy and watched it fall to the floor Or jumped up and felt yourself come right back down There is a reason for that and it is called gravity Gravity is like an invisible pull drawing things toward each other It is not something you can see or touch but it is always there working quietly The Earth is very very big Because it…

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In One Glance

Gravity is an attractive force between masses. Near Earth, it pulls objects downward, giving things weight and causing falling. On larger scales, gravity shapes orbits: the Moon stays around Earth and planets stay around the Sun because of gravitational attraction balanced with motion. Gravity also helps hold atmospheres and oceans in place. The story frames gravity as a calm, reliable force that keeps the world organized.

Frequently Asked Questions

It explains gravity as a pulling force that keeps us on Earth and holds moons and planets in orbit.

Ages 6–10.

Yes—‘the world is held gently in place’ can feel reassuring.

No. It keeps examples simple and friendly.

It gives kids language for big science ideas and shows how reading can make the universe feel understandable.