Forces: Pushes and Pulls · Physical Science

Magnets and Attraction

Exploring the invisible force of magnetism and identifying magnetic materials.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why do some things stick to magnets while others do not?
  2. 2Can a magnet work through a piece of paper?
  3. 3How can we use magnets to move things without touching them?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Energy and ForcesNCCA: Primary - Magnetism
Class/Year: 1st Year
Subject: Young Explorers: Discovering Our World
Unit: Forces: Pushes and Pulls
Period: Physical Science

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