What this lesson teaches
This activity teaches children about magnetism and its effects on different materials. They will learn how magnets attract or repel certain objects.
Environmental Science
Can you finish magnet play in about 20 min?
Magnet Play
You will this activity teaches children about magnetism and its effects on different materials.
Duration20 min
Age GroupAges 6–9
DifficultyBeginner
SubjectEnvironmental Science
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What you need
- Magnet
- Paper clips
- Coins
- Plastic toys
- Metal buttons
How the activity runs
- Gather your materials: a magnet and various small objects.
- Place the magnet on a table or the floor.
- Pick up an object and bring it close to the magnet.
- See if the object sticks or not, and take notes.
- Try with different objects to discover more!
The learning connection
Hands-on activities make learning fun and engaging. Children remember concepts better when they can see and touch them.
Try it with your learner
1. Gather all materials on a flat surface. 2. Take the magnet in your hand. 3. Test the magnet on each object one by one. 4. Notice which objects stick to the magnet. 5. Write down the names of the magnetic objects in your notebook. 6. What did you notice?