Magnet Investigation

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This activity focuses on observation, sorting, and critical thinking by using magnets.

Skills Addressed

Communication
Critical Thinking
Sorting

Activity Details

Leader: Demonstrates to children that a magnet sometimes sticks and sometimes doesn’t. Their job is to sort the items into two piles – what the magnet sticks to and what it doesn’t. Can they see anything in common in the items in each pile? What are their theories about why they are different?

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