Young scientists build their own electromagnet and test it by picking up paperclips. Analysis questions evaluate knowledge at the end of the activity. 

Concepts

electromagnetism, electromagnetic energy

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Research large magnetic trains including where they are being used and the pros and cons of this type of train

Classroom Considerations

• While learners could complete the activity independently, small groups would be more efficient
• Some learners may need instruction on how to properly use sandpaper on copper wires
• Prior knowledge from the first lesson in this series would be helpful
• Tthe second in a series of six lessons

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Pros

• Provides extension ideas 

Cons

• Does not include an answer key
• Document permissions do not allow for printing
  

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.9-10.3 RST.11-12.3