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Young scholars investigate both bar and horseshoe magnets. They explore force fields with a compass and iron fillings before making an electromagnet. This is the first in a series of nine lessons.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use a KWL chart to enhance the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Always keep something non-magnetic between the magnet and iron filings
- Be careful with the strong magnet so you don't damage the compass
- The first in a series of nine lessons
Pros
- Includes extension ideas
- Highlights vocabulary throughout to cement understanding
Cons
- Document permissions do not allow for printing