Instructions for carrying out simple experiments at home that demonstrate scientific principles with magnets. Includes glossary.

This book provides a simple discussion of natural magnetic force, electromagnets, and magnetic fields.

Introduces the concept of magnetism through various activities and projects.

Describes the properties and uses of magnets and suggests related activities.

"Long one of nature's most fascinating phenomena, magnetism was once the subject of many superstitions. Magnets were thought useful to thieves, effective as a love potion, or as a cure for gout or spasms. They could remove sorcery from women and put demons to flight and even reconcile married couples. It was said that a lodestone pickled in the salt of sucking fish had the power to attract gold. Today, these beliefs have been put aside, but magnetism...

"Explains esssential facts about magnets, including magnetic fields, Earth's magnetism, electromagnets, and magnetic trains. Includes experiments"--Provided by publisher.

Text and experiments introduce the scientific properties of magnets, examining such topics as their strength, magnetic poles, and the making of magnets.

"A graphic nonfiction volume that introduces the properties of magnetism. Features include several photographic pages, a glossary, additional resource list, and an index"--

The main topic of this volume is study of matter: what is it, what its properties are, and how it relates to the forms of energy encountered in nature....

Experiments designed to create an understanding of electric power.