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This Magnetic Fields: Making a Compass lesson plan also includes:
What better way to understand how an object works than to make one! Learners take what they learned in the previous lessons and construct their own compasses. Using a needle, water, and styrofoam, they build and test compasses and verify that their devices is attracted to Earth's magnetic field.
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Instructional Ideas
- Experiment with different materials when making compasses to compare properties
- Have pupils complete a maze or scavenger hunt using their compasses to guide them
Classroom Considerations
- Allow time to collect and prepare materials
- Lesson four in a 14-part unit covering magnetism
Pros
- Incorporates readily available materials in the lesson
- Provides teacher notes throughout the lesson guide as reminders of common issues
Cons
- None