Using force to make a paperclip jump

Paperclip jump: a ‘magic’ forces experiment

Description

An investigation for year 3 and P4, linking to the topics forces and magnets and forces. Take your magical pupils to wizard school by showing them how to carry out an impressive forces experiment using paper clips. Is it magic or science?

This pack includes:

A differentiated lesson plan with a scientific explanation
A PowerPoint presentation including the instructions for the activity
Printable instructions
A cloze passage to aid recording
A guided reading spread: Interview with a visual effects artist

Year groups

Year 3

Topics

Forces and magnets

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Paperclip jump: a ‘magic’ forces experiment

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