Learn about magnets and the force of magnetism with this science lesson. This lesson plan is for teachers, parents, or students.

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How do magnets work? What is a magnetic field? A magnet is an object that has a magnetic field strong enough to influence other materials. The molecules in a magnet are aligned to all face one way, which gives the magnet its magnetic field. Read on for everything you need to know.

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