Magnets, Electrical Circuits and Electromagnets
Brigitte Robin, M.S., M.A.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(7)
In this five week hands-on course, we will explore magnetism and electricity using various materials together. Students will explore what magnets can do, how to build series and parallel circuits, and how to create electromagnets.
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Intermediate Level
Week 1: What are properties of magnets? Explore magnetic attraction, repulsion, polarity, distance, and induced magnetism. Materials: Four magnets, coins, paperclips, paper, plastic tray, and various household objects Week 2: Electricity: How do we create a circuit? Build a circuit to turn on lightbulbs. Materials: D-cell batteries, mini-flashlight bulbs, alligator clip wires, battery holders and mini lightbulb holders, and two switches Week 3: What conducts electricity? Test various...
Students will identify the properties of magnets, build electrical circuits, and create electromagnets.
I am a New York State certified science teacher with two Master's degrees.
Homework Offered
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Informal assessmentGrades Offered
I offer a certificate of completion for all students. If students want to have a grade in addition to the certificate, they can send me a scan of their written work at the end of the five sessions.
2 files available upon enrollmentMaterials you will need to have include: D-cell batteries, battery holders, mini-lightbulbs and lightbulb holders, switches, four magnets, alligator clips, insulated wires, and mini washers. Links to materials: battery holders https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BFD42TWY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 mini bulbs and holders https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09XMQQQRH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 alligator clips https://www.amazon.com/WGGE-WG-026-Pieces-Colors-Alligator/dp/B06XX25HFX/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1YNPJOPJQISHG&keywords=alligator+clips&qid=1695585274&s=hi&sprefix=alligator+clips%2Ctools%2C74&sr=1-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1 insulated wire https://www.amazon.com/BNTECHGO-AWG-Magnet-Wire-Transformers/dp/B07DYF53ZN/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2076EL4ON4BB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.F0T53xdPn2Bpt_wPxz2zrikk9ANZN_ur4lUWCOCW1O5XA704VGywSyZObKBVwHm0b2BgcVSSzx8C0BiaoRiZ04GUSDDsUqMTg9TVtBBDKWxs59NdfO0NcVRzsdLhwB2YDJYfHV4xVSJOBNsOnrBS9-EUH6nLgK2P0qjbKcN4fazlFc3mSinJTQ5EQZ2ybybt4MSJYGH_Xcq8K8J4briCllaVizaMTq8Hv9SuM6TcdjSkh_Mrl29pcIFsNA-tse1g0_nZgO-dPTUx9wLgSa9uc7HSqgS8GpF_hnyEMW8_Wes.K0FqToPrftx7JWsDNb-EuvHghNtfTR_4mVYMuiB5B6Q&dib_tag=se&keywords=22+awg+copper+wire&qid=1708958089&sprefix=22+awg+copper+wire%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1 D-cell batteries https://www.amazon.com/Duracell-Coppertop-Alkaline-Batteries-Count/dp/B00000JHQC/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?crid=2ICTDQ69FM8LV&keywords=d+cell+batteries&qid=1695585556&sprefix=d+cell+batteries%2Caps%2C83&sr=8-4-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1 Switches https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P7P4LH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Magnets https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FXLT1U/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Washers https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-50400A-Stainless-Assortment-350-Piece/dp/B078MY92LL/ref=sr_1_3?crid=IG6VRBZZZDHL&keywords=mini+washers+steel&qid=1695585850&sprefix=mini+washers+steel%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-3 Motors, wheels, and turbines https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077WWS63B/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Compass https://www.amazon.com/Camping-Survival-Compass-Military-Navigation/dp/B0BZVNMJSW/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?crid=15F8BQU8UR1VK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.X21wu9ypceXEX5cwgtqjz8VzyLTC18XrOlOFxDlwISQiLUbs-NNV9n2QRMjIRh0P6gakRimxu1M8rUcgPPeugnLH0AyQHPdozDs75dK7UV5_BnnNZ60a3tAgbRE9bPhtZ6_gCDfGgFHQ2PUOcE9oAKsaUDFV3E2w3XAXeajpGlUQQlmVjD4M1NkNri2jgdUwmU0WSDQJMSIPLUypKkQDfwzjqWdyI1vtlTWkBPTRN2cAVH0T38eAC8236bN0qmfLaPlBPHe7mIFqGZf6iYFKrPuWR4ZMTGXnIbDTX45Xl7M.qXk6UYZh-aESNF8Ja9uZroHzSj_6OBZPhug5VpC-xAk&dib_tag=se&keywords=compass+kids&qid=1713444690&sprefix=compass+kid%2Caps%2C207&sr=8-14-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&psc=1&smid=A3MUD11PAKAJMW
If students are younger than the recommended age, parental assistance would likely be needed.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(7)
I am a New York-certified teacher with about a decade of teaching experience at the primary and secondary levels. Most of my experience has been in teaching science in New York public schools. I also have taught for nonprofit organizations and...
Group Class
$23
weekly or $115 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-4 learners per class
