Electromagnetic Power!

This lesson involves the 5 E's approach to teaching electromagnets.  Students explore ways to change the strength of an electromagnet. Students will investigate ways to change the strength of an electromagnet.

Lesson Variations

Blooms taxonomy level: 
Understanding
Extension suggestions: 

Extension:
Allow students to create other tools using items they bring from home. These tools may be compound machines. 

Helpful Hints

Materials for Lesson:

  • Battery (D cell)
  • Wire (4-6 feet of 18 gauge)
  • Iron nail
  • Paper clips
  • Tape 

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