Let's Build Electromagnets Single Kit
- Aligned to Standards Grades 3-5
- Students build electromagnets using the Engineering Design Process
- Ideal for 1-4 students
National Standards for Grades 3-5
Students use the Engineering Design Process to problem solve as they build electromagnets. Inquiry based investigations explore core materials, core thickness, number of wraps per coil, magnetic field, electrical charge, and heat energy. Investigations culminate in a ‘design the strongest electromagnet’ competition.
This kit contains an extensive instructor’s manual with lesson plans, background information, reproducible stepwise student instructions, worksheets, complete answer keys, and all materials required for investigation. Allow four thirty minute lab times for conducting experiments. Batteries included. Goggles required.
Included in kit:
- Instructor’s Manual with Reproducible Student Protocols and Data Sheets
- 6V Lantern Battery
- Wire Strippers
- Dowel Rod
- Alligator Clip Leads
- Magnet Wire
- Masking tape
- Paper Clips
- Steel Washers
- Steel Nail
- Steel Bolt
- Weigh Dishes
- Sandpaper
This kit is designed for 1-4 students. Goggles are required but not included.
This product ships separately and requires 2-4 weeks delivery time.