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Magnetism and Electricity

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Students demonstrate a comprehension of the properties, position, and motion of objects and materials, and of light, heat, electricity, and magnetism. They use materials to assemble an electric circuit and test materials, including magnets and compasses. Students use a digital camera and a digital video camera to chronicle their work.

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electricity, magnets

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electricity, magnets, math
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Grade
3rd - 5th
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Math
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1 hr
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