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Overview

Magnets are special objects that can attract or repel certain materials, like iron. They have two poles: north and south. When you bring two magnets close together, they can either stick to each other or push apart. Magnets are used in many everyday items, like fridge magnets and compasses. Understanding magnets helps us learn about forces and how they work in the world around us.

📚 Key Learning Objectives

  • ✓ Identify what magnets are and their properties.
  • ✓ Explain the difference between north and south poles.
  • ✓ Demonstrate how magnets attract and repel each other.
  • ✓ List common uses of magnets in daily life.
  • ✓ Conduct simple experiments to observe magnetic forces.