Participants draw inferences from data through brainstorming. Use groups as above to explore how magnets interact with each other. Distribute two bar magnets only to each group. Ask participants to predict what will happen when the two magnets are placed near each other. Direct participants to place magnets near each other using three different orientations and to record observations.
Groups report out and compare findings to predictions.
Use the terms force, attract and repel. Ask participants how they might make a temporary magnet with a nail. Distribute nails and paper clips. Participants draw inferences from findings. Activity 4 - Magnetic fields Groups use paper sheets, iron filings and bar magnets to explore magnetic fields.