Description

Electromagnets Activities & Reading Passages for Google Classroom

Teaching electromagnets is easy and engaging with this interactive Google Classroom activity pack! This no-prep, standards-aligned resource helps students explore how electromagnets work, their parts, and their practical uses in the real world.

With drag-and-drop tasks, editable reading passages, and short-answer questions, students will develop critical thinking skills and apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios like understanding how electromagnets are used in cranes or MRI machines. Interactive, hands-on activities make these concepts both relatable and fun!

Perfect for independent work, science centers, or even sub plans, this resource simplifies lesson planning while keeping students excited about learning. Whether introducing electromagnets for the first time or reviewing key concepts, this pack is a must-have for your classroom!

What Electromagnets Google Slides Include:

Magnets

• Editable reading passages
• Drag-&-drop: match the vocabulary and definition (magnet, permanent magnet, electromagnet, South Pole, North pole, magnetic field)
• Drag-&-drop: all about magnets
• Image search: find real-life photos of magnets using Google Image Search
• Drag-&-drop: image sort (unlike poles attracting and like poles repelling)
• Drag-&-drop: drag the correct arrow to show what happens when like unlike poles are near each other
• Drag-&-drop: identify if the objects are magnetic or not
• Drag-&-drop: all about magnetic fields and metals that are attracted
• Drag-&-drop: all about the compass

Electromagnets

• Drag-&-drop: label the electromagnet and identify the 3 parts
• Short answer: electromagnet information
• Drag-&-drop: compare permanent magnets and temporary magnets
• Drag-&-drop: electricity & magnets
• Independent research: find electromagnetism uses in daily life

Why Teachers Love these Electromagnets Activities:

• No-prep and ready for Google Classroom
• Interactive activities to keep students engaged
• Perfect for independent work, science centers, or sub plans

Ideal For:

• Independent Work: Students can complete activities at their own pace.
• Science Centers: Hands-on tasks make learning fun and interactive.
• Early Finishers: Keep students engaged with meaningful activities.
• Sub Plans: Stress-free lessons that are ready to use.
• Assessment Prep: Help students review electricity before quizzes or tests.

This electromagnets activity pack makes teaching simple and engaging, providing students with a strong foundation in understanding electromagnetism and its real-world applications. With interactive activities and real-world connections, this resource enhances your science lessons and keeps students motivated to learn!