Explore the magnetic properties of different metals in this engaging Year 3 Are all Metals Magnetic? Investigation Lesson. Children will investigate a range of coins to find out which ones are attracted to a magnet. As they explore what each coin is made from, they’ll discover an exciting surprise - not all metals are magnetic! With a hands-on investigation, guided discussions, and a simple results table, this fun lesson encourages children to predict, observe, compare, and draw conclusions, bringing real-world science to life.

National Curriculum Objectives:

• Compare and group together a variety of everyday materials on the basis of whether they are attracted to a magnet, and identify some magnetic materials.