Magnet activities and the science of magnetism, safety with neodymium magnets and iron filings, why we teach magnetism and what the learning might look like.

Information about the different types of magnets and their safety measures, together with activities that demonstrate the properties of magnetism and information on the everyday use of magnets.

An activity where children use a magnet and everyday items to a make a compass.

An activity where children compare the magnetic force generated by different magnets.