Compass is a very useful instrument for finding directions and kids will learn how to make their own compass
Materials: Sewing Needle, Magnet, Wax paper, Scissors, Bowl, and water
Procedure:
- Magnetize the needle by stroking the magnet over it
- Switch ends of the needle and use the opposite side of the magnet and continue to magnetize
- Tear off a piece of wax paper
- Cut a circle out of wax paper with 1 inch of diameter
- Thread the needle through the wax paper
- Fill the bowl with water
- Float your compass in the water