Magnets

Explores the attactive power of magnets.

Designed to provide the ideal solution for teaching junior science, "New Star Science 3" books are aimed at the third primary school year. These teacher's notes provide a background to the unit as well as photocopiables and assessment material. The focus of this text is "magnets and springs".

Learn all about the farm with this colourful and interactive first book of magnets. Place eight farm magnets in the appropriate scenes and have fun with your favourite farmyard friends.

A colorful magnet holds a drawing to a fridge. Paperclips stick to a magnet. Magnetic forces are at work all around you. But what exactly is a magnet? And how do magnets work?

Peppa and her friends use their imaginations and travel to many far-off places: under the sea, the deserts of the Wild West, a princess castle, and even outer space! As you read the story, you can use the magnets to complete the scene in any way you choose!

Explore the fascinating field of magnetism with this interactive picture book for young learners. Magnetism is all around us--even the earth is a giant magnet. A world without magnets would be a world without cell phones, computers, and more! Trusted children's nonfiction author David A. Adler covers the basics of magnetism, including compasses, for aspiring scientists. Hands-on experiments are smartly woven into the narrative. Want to test out the strength of a magnet? All you need is a bowl of water and some paper clips! Anna Raff's lively art illustrates scientific concepts clearly, with the added fun of two siblings and their dog exploring and learning together. Back matter includes a glossary that defines such terms as attraction, pole, electromagnetism, force, and more. Suggested activities on how to make your own magnet are also included. Finalist for the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books