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Fun with Magnets (p. 386)


Step 1. Questions

Some toys have magnets. The girl shown on page 386 is holding toy cars. The toy cars have magnets.

Write a story about magnets. Tell how the girl in the picture can use the magnets. Then tell how you use magnets. Here are some questions to think about:
  • What will happen if the girl moves the cars close together?
  • What things in your home have magnets?
  • How do you use magnets?
Are you ready? Look for answers to the questions. Visit the Web sites in Step 2. Write about what you learn in the boxes.

Step 2. Research

Visit these Web sites. Write your notes inside the boxes.


Toolbox Tip: Click here to learn how to see a video.


Why Do Magnets Work?
Want to learn how magnets work? Go to this site. Click QUICK TIME. You will see a video about magnets. See how magnets can join together.
Take Notes:



Magnets and Springs
Find the items that the magnet can pick up. Click the yellow button to try to get the first object. Click RESET to try something new. Click the green button to try to get the middle object. Click the red button to try to get the last object. You can change objects, too! Click the red arrow to find a new object. Drag the object to one of the three spots.
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