Magnets

by Anne Schreiber, Adrian C. Sinnott (Illustrations)

What's strong enough to smash atoms? What's able to power high speed trains? What can defy the force of gravity? It's in metals. It's in Earth. It's magnetism! Filled with interesting facts and easy at-home magnet experiments.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Physics, Childrens

48 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2003

Reviews

[Jacie Pokorny · Rating 5 out of 5]

Magnetism is probably something we don't spend much time thinking about, but as Schreiber points out it can fight the force of gravity and this powerful, invisible force is all around us. Magnetism was discovered by a Turkish shepherd named Magnes more than two thousand years ago, and for hundred of years it was more of a curiosity than a useful force. Today magnetism is used in doorbells, can openers, radios, refrigerators, computers and many other items in our homes. Readers will learn about the properties of magnetic materials, different types of magnets, and how a magnetic material that does not exhibit magnetic properties can be made into a magnet. Illustrations help explain the principles and walk kids through the activities. They will probably be amazed to learn that the earth itself is a giant magnet. This book would be good for kids 3rd grade and higher. I would recommend this book it is kids who want more information on magnets and are interested in science

[Abi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a descriptive book about magnets with quizzes and experiments inside. It also provides examples of everyday magnets to effectively begin teaching children about them.

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

read it together eventhough it is at his reading level