Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand the basic principles of physics through exploring and playing with Magnatiles.

Materials and Prep

• Magnatiles set
• A flat surface to build on
• An open mind and curiosity!

No prior knowledge or preparation is needed for this lesson.

Activities

1. Start by exploring the Magnatiles set. Notice the different shapes and colors of the tiles.
2. Build a simple structure, like a tower, using the Magnatiles. Observe how the tiles stick together and how they can be easily rearranged.
3. Experiment with different ways to connect the Magnatiles. Try connecting them at different angles and orientations.
4. Test the strength of your structures by adding more Magnatiles to them. See how tall or wide you can make your structures before they collapse.
5. Discuss and observe how the Magnatiles use magnets to stick together. Talk about how magnets have a force that attracts or repels certain materials.

Second Grade Talking Points

• "Magnatiles are special building blocks that use magnets to stick together. Magnets have a force that can attract or repel certain materials."
• "When we build with Magnatiles, we can create different structures by connecting the tiles together."
• "We can make our structures taller or wider by adding more Magnatiles to them."
• "Magnatiles are fun to play with because they allow us to use our imagination and creativity to build different things."
• "By experimenting with different ways to connect the Magnatiles, we can learn about balance and stability in our structures."
• "Magnatiles are a great way to explore the basic principles of physics, which is the study of how things move and interact with each other."