Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Electromagnets

What is an Electromagnet?




work on this electromagnet activity


Notebook Reflection:
What are other ways electromagnets are used?

Friday, February 15, 2013

Conductors vs. Insulators

What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?


watch this video

Can you make a prediction of a few conductors and insulators around your house?
What do they have in common that made you think they would work as conductors?

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Magnetism

What is magnetism?




Watch this movie


try this new activity

Answer in your notebook:
How is magnetism related to force and motion?

How are magnets used around your house?