Make a fun magnetic maze puzzle for awesome science. From magnet painting to cool magnetic slime, we have hands-on magnet activities for every kind of kid. Simple magnet science activities make great play ideas, too!
Fun with Magnets
Let’s explore magnetism and create a magnetic maze of simple household items. Mazes are a great activity for young and older kids. Here, we add a twist to our maze puzzle with magnets. Learn about magnetism through fun, hands-on play!
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Set Up A Magnet maze
Supplies:
- Marker, pen or pencils
- Paper plate or cardboard
- Paper clip
- Magnet (we have this set)
- Timer
- Grab the full MAGNET PACK (seen below) here for a templates and instructions!
How to Make a Magnetic Maze Puzzle
STEP 1. Draw a simple maze on the paper plate with a pencil.
STEP 2. Trace over the paper plate maze with a black marker.
💡 Optional: Use colored pencils, markers, crayons, or stickers to decorate your maze.
STEP 3. Place the paper clip at the start of the maze and use the magnet to guide it through the maze to the other end.
Use the magnet underneath the plate or above to pull the paper clip forward. What do you find works best?
STEP 4. Increase the difficulty level by using a timer. How fast can you complete the maze?
How Does a Magnetic Maze Work?
Magnets can either pull toward each other or push away from each other. Grab a few magnets and check this out for yourself!
Usually, magnets are strong enough for you to use one magnet to push another around on top of a table and never have them touch each other. Give it a try!
When magnets pull together or bring something closer, it is called attraction. When magnets push themselves or things away, they repel.
Printable Magnet Activity Pack
Your kids will be blown away by the power of magnets with these playful science activities! The suggested age range is kindergarten through second Grade (3rd and 4th will enjoy it too)!
What’s Included:
10+ projects include supply lists, directions, basic science information, and pictures to quickly create science fun with magnets! Favorite activities include magnet mazes, sensory bottles, painting with magnets, and making magnets. Plus, video tutorials!
- 10 fun and creative magnet projects (using a basic magnet set)
- Word Search
- Crossword Puzzle
- Vocabulary Cards
- Suggested Books
Designed by an early elementary school STEM teacher for Little Bins for Little Hands!
