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Magnetic Magic

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  • DOMAIN(S)
    Cognitive Development and General Knowledge (CD)
  • INDICATOR(S)
    CD-SC1.4b

Put a large glass of water on the table, and drop a paper clip into the glass. Ask, “How will we get this paper clip out of the water?” and have the children brainstorm ways to get the paper clip out of the glass without touching the water or pouring it out. Chart their ideas. Hold a magnet against the side of the glass until the paper clip attaches to it and slowly pull the magnet up the side of the glass. The paper clip will come out without the water being touched. Place this activity in the science area during centers for independent exploration.This could be done in large group.  


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