Magnetism
by Penny Norman, Ann Einstein
Ann Einstein M.A.T. editor's comment: I think it is imperative that young children have a lot of experience with magnets. They need to hold the magnets in their hands to see what "sticks." As they explore with magnets, they are learning the scientific method at a formative age. They are gathering information, forming a hypothesis, testing their theory, and coming to a conclusion. I do this kit with Kindergarten children who love running around the room with their magnets saying, "I think it's going to stick, I think it's going to stick. Oh it doesn't!" The book begins with very simple concepts but the last sections of the book deal with larger concepts, such as that the earth itself is a large magnet.As a grandmother of a five year old, I give this kit as a gift to all of her friends!
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Author Biography
EDITOR: Ann Einstein, M.A.T. from George Washington University in Washington D.C., was a teacher in the Berkeley Unified School District. She has been involved with the education of children for most of her adult career as a director of early childhood education programs, as a teacher in gifted and talented programs and most recently as an elementary education teacher. She has been an editor of the ScienceWiz(TM) Books since 1994 when she edited the ElectroWiz(TM) Electricity book. Ann brings a clarity of mind and the capacity to see things through a child's eyes to the editing process. To quote an Einstein of an earlier generation:
"We never cease to stand like curious children before the great Mystery into which we were born." - Albert Einstein
Review
My 7 year old boy loved this kit. He read through the book and did all of the experiments himself. My 9 year old girl also likes it. After using the kit, they both understand the basics of magnetism; how to make a nail into a magnet, why a compass points to the north, how the earth acts as a magnet etc. etc. Highly recommended! __verified purchaser
These kits are the only experiment kits I buy now. Included is everything needed to cover all aspects of a subject. The front flap is a book packed full of 22 different activities. All short and to the point. Colorful pictures. Occasionally you may need a household item such as a battery, nail, or other household objects easily found in any home for this kit. My children pull out this magnet kit weekly. They love redoing all the experiments! __ Amazon Reviewer
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