Magnet Experiments and Activities that Make Science STICK!
Making abstract science concepts like magnetism hands-on and meaningful can be a struggle. That’s why I created these magnet science experiments!
This ready-to-use All About Magnets 5E Lesson will spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and engage students with science investigations and activities.
Why Hands-On Magnet Experiments Matter
Students learn best when they can explore science concepts through hands-on inquiry, and magnet experiments are a perfect way to keep them engaged while supporting scientific thinking.
Instead of just hearing about how magnets work, they get to test, observe, and draw their own conclusions!
Through this lesson, students also learn how magnets are used in everyday life, from toys and refrigerator doors to medical machines and transportation systems. Magnets even play a role in generating electricity, making them an essential part of modern technology.
As students explore magnets, they begin to understand that invisible forces exist all around us. Hands-on investigations help them discover that objects can push or pull on one another without touching. This builds a foundation for later learning about magnetic fields, electric fields, and gravity!
What's Included in the Magnet Experiments
In this inquiry-based lesson, students will learn all about magnets by exploring magnetism through hands-on activities and engaging, student-driven experiments.
They’ll discover how magnets attract, repel, and interact with different materials while working together to collect data and discuss their findings.
This resource includes:
- 2 detailed science lesson plans that use the 5E Model.
- 5 fun magnet centers including a cut & paste sort, “flying paperclip” investigation, magnet maze, and magnet repel race.
- 18 pages of magnet worksheets, activities, and experiments with recording sheets – everything you need.
- Extension and differentiation ideas
- Clear alignment to state science standards
- With all rubrics and answer keys provided!
What Teachers are Saying about These Magnet Experiments
Check out these 5-star reviews from teachers who love these magnet science experiments!
“This is an excellent lesson! My students were engaged and it definitely sparked their interest in magnetism.” – Savannah F.
“My students loved the magnet center ideas. The lesson was very detailed and easy to follow.” – Charity W.
“I used this resource for an observation. The students were so engaged and had a great time.” – Michelle I.
“Loved this resource! It was a great start to my unit on magnetism. Very clear and detailed!” – Kendyl G.
Why Teachers Love this Resource:
- Bloom’s Taxonomy Questions to promote critical thinking
- Great variety of materials and activities
- Hands-on, student-driven inquiry that keeps students engaged
- Scaffold learning to help students move from exploration to understanding
Ready to Make Magnet Concepts Stick?
If you’re ready to bring hands-on magnet science experiments and activities into your classroom without the stress of prep, grab this All About Magnets Science Inquiry 5E Lesson on Teachers Pay Teachers!
Do you have any favorite classroom activities for teaching magnetism? Share your tips with us in the comments!
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