The SMILE Program @ OSU

Amazing right? But how does it work? In a basic sense, the magnetized putty is trying to evenly distribute itself around the magnet.  This article explains it all. You may want to share this with your students!

We stumbled upon this great activity for middle school science teachers. In this activity students are to learn how to navigate magnetic fields, just like sea turtles do.  This great activity only requires a few supplies and is sure to be a hit in the classroom! Check it out by clicking the picture.