Lessons from Isaac Newton

Presented by Grammar School, Grades 3-4

In January 1643, Isaac Newton was born in Lincolnshire England. He was a scientist who studied God’s creation. Seeing an apple fall helped him think more deeply and ask the question, “Why do things move the way they do?” Simple observations helped Newton discover big ideas.

Newton wondered if heavy things fall faster than light things. Newton worked for years to understand it. His curiosity helped him discover the laws of motion and gravity. He showed us that observing God’s creation can lead to amazing discoveries.

He discovered the three laws of motion that explain how objects move.

The 1st law: Things keep moving unless something stops them.

2nd law: Force makes things move faster or slower.

3rd law: Every action has an equal reaction (like jumping off a swing).

Newton explained why objects fall and why planets orbit the Sun, showing that gravity pulls on everything - even the Moon.

He invented new math to study motion.

Newton’s life shows us that curiosity and careful observation can lead to amazing discoveries. By studying God’s creation, he found patterns that explain how the world works.

Newton teaches us to wonder, explore, and notice the little things, seeing wisdom, order, and beauty in the universe.

By Ms. Lindsay Nunez

Grammar School Teacher

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This historical thought was delivered by our Grammar School students at devotional on 1/29/2025. Each week one class leads the student body in prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, scripture recitation, a meditation, and an historical thought. Belmont family and friends are welcome, Thursdays 8:30-9:05 am.

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