Classes are sure to get all wrapped up in an attractive lesson! Young scientists learn how to combine electricity and magnetism as they create electromagnets. They create their own electromagnets and collect data on their strength as they make modifications. The lesson is the 11th in a 14-part unit on magnetism.

Concepts

electricity, electromagnetic energy, electromagnetism, magnetism, circuits

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils graph their results comparing the number of coils to the strength of the magnet
• Ask learners to devise an experiment to test how long the iron is magnetized after the electricity is cut

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a solid understanding of magnetism and electricity

Pros

• Encourages communication between pupils
• Provides options for formative assessment

Cons

• None