Magnet Show

We enjoyed a special Magnet Show presented by Sean Musselman from the Burlington Science Center today.  He taught us all about bar magnets, horseshoe magnets, ring magnets, and magnetic poles.  The students were making predictions, sharing their observations, conducting experiments and doing other scientific activities!  They were fascinated by the magnets' ability to push (repel) and pull (attract).  Mr. Musselman also had students help demonstrate how an electromagnet works.  Before dismissal, we watched a video on the white board that showed a huge electromagnet picking up and tossing vehicle parts and other large appliances.  The students loved it!  We will have magnets in the classroom for students to explore with during the rest of the week.