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Build an Electric Motor- hands on science for late elementary or high school

From the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry Here’s the Materials You’ll Need: Three ring-shaped magnets Insulated wire (about 4 feet is needed) Wire cutters / strippers One D-size battery Two large paper clips Tape Safety note: Batteries can get … Continue reading

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Cling To Me- science experiment/lesson on static electricity, electrons

Electric generators pull atoms apart and generate hundreds of thousands of volts of electricity. But rubbing your feet on the carpet while wearing socks can do the same thing! Make some static electricity and see what it can do. What … Continue reading

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