Lesson Plan: 6P.1.03

Hamble Lesson Observation Plan
Learning About
How do we use the Earth's magnetic field?
Keywords:
  • Magnet (3)
  • Field (3)
  • Force (1)
Memory Anchor:
Method Precise Learning Objective Linked Question / Activity
(Designed for maximum working out)		 Stepping Stones Pitstop Check
(Thinking Map)
The Earth has a magnetic field with a similar shape to that of a bar magnet. What shape is the Earth's magnetic field?
The Earth's has a magnet field is caused by the spinning of Iron and Nickel core. What is the Earth's magnetic field caused by?
The Earth's magnetic field will produce a force on compass needle, aligning the needle with the Earth's field and navigation How do compasses work?

Make a survival compass: Unfold a paper clip, stroke in one direction with a bar magnet. Float the straight paper clip on a leaf or cork.
Links To the Big Ideas
ForcesParticlesEnergyCells