Science With Magnets - Usborne

This lively book is packed with exciting scientific activities designed to help young children explore the intriguing properties of magnetism! All the experiments and tricks are safe and easy to carry out, using ordinary household equipment and simple magnets. Real examples show how magnetism is used in hikers’ compasses, door catches, cranes, and so on. Did you know that electricity can act like a magnet? Were you aware of how magnets can be key in making electric engines work? They can even be used to help people. Workers who build things out of steel can get tiny splinters of steel in their eyes. Doctors use a special magnet to pull the splinters out. Other real-world applications are featured, along with colorful pictures and diagrams. A special section on notes for parents and teachers add to making this book a great resource for any traditional classroom or home school setting. Recommended for ages 6-9.

Features:

• Introduction for young children to the properties of magnetism
• Safe experiments with household objects
• How magnetism is used in compasses
• How it's used in cranes
• Learn how electricity can act like a magnet
• Much more
• Colorful pictures and diagrams
• Annotations for teachers and parents
• Great for a science class library
• Paperback, 24 pages

NOTE: Magnets not included.

 

Box Size: 8.25in (20.96cm) x 8.25in (20.96cm) x 0.10in (0.25cm)

Recommended for ages 6 and older.

Weight: 0 lb 4 oz ( 0.11 kg )