Description
This Electromagnets Lab gives students a hands-on investigation into how electricity creates magnetism while reinforcing key concepts through data collection, analysis, and CER-style conclusion questions. Students build their own electromagnets using simple classroom materials, test different wire coil and battery configurations, and discover what makes an electromagnet stronger or weaker.
Designed for middle school physical science, this inquiry-based lab is easy to set up, requires inexpensive materials, and includes everything you need for a successful lesson. Students collect quantitative data, identify patterns, explain the relationship between electric current and magnetic fields, and apply their understanding through meaningful written responses. A digital version is also included, making it easy to use in 1:1 classrooms, blended learning, or absent student make-up work.
This product includes the following science topics:
- Parts of an electromagnet
- How an electromagnet works
- How to build an electromagnet
- Make an electromagnet stronger or weaker.
- CER Discussion and analysis
What’s Included:
- 1 PDF Teacher Directions/Answer Key
- 1 PDF Student Lab Sheet – Full Size 8.5″x11″
- 1 PDF Student Lab Sheet – ISN Size 5.5″x8.5″ (Two on one page saves paper)
- 1 Editable PPT Student lab sheet
- 1 PPT Teacher Review Slides
Intended for classroom and personal use ONLY
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