1. Magnet Madness You have been studying about magnets and the their uses. It looks as if someone else has been too. Magnet Man has invaded Virginia Beach and is “steeling” anything his powerful magnet will reach. He may “steel” your paperclips, your cereal even your bike. But you must help Captain Underpants save the day! It is your mission to stop Magnet Man, without you Captain Underpants will not know what to do. Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits Teacher Page

2. Task Use the information you have learned to create your very own comic strip. Think about what how magnets attract and repel each other. Include the following information: What is magnetism? At least three objects that are magnetic. Information about the attraction and repellency of magnets. This will be demonstrated in your comic strip with script and pictures. Ways that magnets can be used. Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits Teacher Page

3. Process 1.Gather your information about magnets. You can use the resources from class (i.e. books, magazine articles, class assignments or homework, labs) but you must use at least one internet source. Your sources must be referenced on your final copy. Websites for your use: (YOU MAY ALSO LOOK AT THE SITES ON CREDITS PAGE) http://www.historyforkids.org/scienceforkids/physics/electricity/magnet.htm http://science.pppst.com/magnets.html http://edtech.kennesaw.edu/web/electric.html http://www.kidskonnect.com/subject-index/15-science/90-magnets.html http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/gamesactivities/magnetssprings.html 2. Begin to write a script for your comic strip. The comic should show your knowledge of magnets from captain underpants perspective, help him save Virginia Beach. Remember don’t make it to long, it shouldn’t be longer than 8 strips. 3. Once you have completed your script click here to begin your comic strip. click hereclick here Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits Teacher Page

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5. Conclusio n As a result of this lesson you will be able to: Define magnetism. Name three different magnets. State the way magnets can be used. Define attraction and repellency of magnets. Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits Teacher Page

6. Credits All About Magnets All About Magnets All About Magnets All About Magnets Information for the World Almanac for Kids about magnets. Facts about Magnets Facts about Magnets Facts about Magnets Facts about Magnets Fact and fun with magnets. Magnetic Forces Magnetic Forces Magnetic Forces Magnetic Forces Interactive learning about magnets. More Magnet Information More Magnet Information More Magnet Information More Magnet Information Another site to find basic information on magnets. Electromagnets Electromagnets Electromagnets How electromagnets work. Magnet Game Magnet Game Magnet Game Magnet Game Electromagnet game that incorporates addition and subtraction to determine number of batteries and coils needed to pick up paper clips. Magnet Man Magnet Man Magnet Man Magnet Man Interesting experiments that you can do with magnets. Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits Teacher Page

7. Click to launch the lesson plan. Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion Credits Teacher Page