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Thinking sheet · Math and science
Magnet Hunt
Predict which objects a magnet will pick up, test them and sort the results.
- Grades
- K–3
- Time
- about 25 minutes
- Topic
- Math and science
- Kids practice
- predicting, magnetism, recording results
What kids do
“Guess first, then test! What sticks to a magnet?”
- Predict and test
- Things that stuck were all made of…
How to run it
- Write yes or no for the prediction before testing.
- Not all metal sticks. That’s the surprise!
- Test things around the room for the last row.
Talk about it
- Which result surprised you?
- Does all metal stick?
- Where are magnets used at home?
Take it further
Can a magnet work through paper? Through your hand? Test it.
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