Playing with magnets is a fun way for children to learn about science. These links will give ideas to get families started.
Structure and features
In these 2 activities children explore science concepts by seeing what sticks to magnets and what does not to learn about the differences between metals, plastic and wood.
Stir the wonder natural living and learning also has other activities you can do to learn at home.
Teacher notes
EYLF Outcomes
- 4.2 Children develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesising, researching and investigating.
- 4.4 Children resource their own learning through connecting with people, place, technologies and natural and processed materials.
