Magnets Electricity Author:Karen Lee Siepak Magnets & Electricity contains 40 hands-on experiments designed to help students learn about the properties and everyday a0pplications of magnets and electricity. By using materials found in the clasroom, hardware stores, or science supply stores, the students can see the interesting effects of magnets and electricity. Activities in this book ... more »follow the scientific method. Each activity outlines a purpose, describes the materials needed, and has step-by-step directions on how to carry out the activity. Many activities also provide helpful background information for the teacher. This information helps the teacher feel more confident with the activities and enables him or her to answer questions and lead discussions.« less