Part of this fascination is the fact that some invisible force of magnetism can attract items at a distance without direct contact. Even though Kindergarten children cannot understand the theory underlying the operation of a magnet, they can observe, explore , classify, and communicate their findings about magnets. Under the fundamental concept and principle of this standard, the student will learn that magnets attract and repel each other and certain kinds of materials. A magnet is a rock or metal with the power to attract other substances, such as iron and steel. Magnets come in a variety of sizes, shapes and strengths.
All magnets have two kinds of poles.
The pole of a freely suspended magnet that points toward the north is called a north pole. The pole that points toward the south is called a south pole. Like poles repel each other. Unlike poles attract each other. A magnet is strongest at its poles.