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Objective:
Demonstrate a model of magnets to explore the principles of attraction and repulsion in magnetic fields.
Materials included:
Magnet
Compas
Nails
Materials not included in the kit:
Procedure and assembly steps:
Procedure included in the kit manual . This is not a ready made product. Student needs to follow the steps to assemble the model…
Description:
Magnet Attraction and Repulsion:
When teaching children about magnets, you can explain how they have two fundamental behaviors: attraction and repulsion. Here’s a kid-friendly description:
- Attraction: Start by introducing the concept of magnetic attraction. Explain that magnets have invisible forces that can pull certain objects towards them. For example, when you bring the north pole of one magnet close to the south pole of another magnet, they will attract each other. This is like magnets giving each other a friendly hug.
- Repulsion: Next, describe magnetic repulsion. Tell children that if they try to bring two magnets with the same poles (either north-north or south-south) close to each other, they will notice something interesting. The magnets will push each other away, like they don’t want to be friends. This is called repulsion.
- Pole Identification: Teach them how to identify the poles of a magnet. One side of the magnet is the north pole, and the other side is the south pole. Explain that opposite poles attract, while like poles repel. You can use a simple experiment where they can test the poles of a magnet with another magnet or even with objects like paperclips.
- Magnetic Fields: Use the idea of magnetic fields to help children visualize these forces. Explain that magnets create invisible areas around them where their influence can be felt. These areas are called magnetic fields. The magnetic field lines run from the north pole to the south pole, and this is why magnets attract or repel each other.
- Everyday Examples: Provide examples from everyday life, like refrigerator magnets or compasses, to show how magnets are used in various ways.
Learning outcome:
Have a better understanding of magnets to explore the principles of attraction and repulsion in magnetic fields using the model built by the student in this project
Section or subject:
Physics
Grades:
3+
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