Kemtec™ Let's Build Electromagnets Kit

Description

Includes

Dowel rod, alligator clip leads, 6V lantern battery, wire strippers, magnet wire, masking tape, paper clips, steel washers, steel nails, sandpaper, steel bolts, weigh dish, instructor's manual, reproducible student data sheets

Requires

Impact goggles

Introduce the Engineering Design Process for problem solving as you explore electricity and magnetism in this electromagnet building exercise.

• Explore magnetic field, electrical charge, and effects of increasing current on the generation of heat
• Compare core materials, core thickness, and number of wraps in coils in inquiry based investigations
• Four engaging activities culminate with students applying what they learn in a design the strongest electromagnet activity
• Instructor's manual with lesson plans, background information, reproducible stepwise student instructions, worksheets, and complete answer keys
• Grades 3 to 5
• Available as single kit (1 to 4 students) or class pack kit (24 students)

Specifications

• Product Type: Class Pack Kit
• Grade: 3 to 5
• Includes: Instructor's manual, student guide, worksheets, batteries and all materials required for investigation
• For Use With (Application): Introduce students to electricity and magnetism with this electromagnet building exercise