Magnets

1. What are some real life applications of magnetism?

At garbage dump, when they are separating the metal from the non-metal (like in toy story 3); in certain screwdrivers; magnets on the refrigerator; clippy magnets

2. what experiences have you had with magnets in your life?

playing with magnets in class, using a magnetic screwdriver,

3. what ideas do you have about the science of magnets?

positive and negative attracts; positive and positive don't attract.

Standard B - Physical Science
- Light, Heat, Electricity and Magnetism

Benchmark : Magnets attract and repel each other and certain other kinds of other materials.





--If I was a teacher how would I help a student that is stressing or overwhelmed:

This past week was a very tough week for me. I had many things going on not just with school, but with my personal life that I let affect my school work. I am so thankful to have such understanding teachers and I hope to be that type of teacher to my students. I would expect most assignments such as this blog to be done on time like most teachers, but as teachers we need to understand that sometimes life takes a turn for the worst and is overwhelming for our students. If I had a student who was struggling in school because of things that are going on in their lives that they don't have control of, I would be as understanding as I possibly could. Students need to know that the classroom is a safe haven for them and that their teachers are a source of support that they can come to when issues arise. I truly feel that making myself available to my students in more than just the classroom is an important aspect of being a teacher. Things happen in life that nobody can control and we need to be as understanding as we can so that our students can succeed in not just our class, but in life as well. When things happen in my life, I pray that my teachers understand why I couldn't get homework done on time and many teachers don't, which is not only aggravating, but adds to the stress that is already there. I hope to be that one teacher that makes a difference in my students lives because I was understanding to their situations.