Force and Motion · JHS1 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.4.4.1.4 - Demonstrate the behaviour of magnet and its use to life.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define a magnet and identify at least two types of magnets based on their shape or how they are made.
Demonstrate the three characteristics of a magnet: attraction, repulsion, and N-S (north-south) orientation.
Explain the meaning of the terms “poles,” “magnetic attraction,” and “magnetic repulsion” using simple language.
Describe at least three practical uses of magnets in everyday life in Ghana.
Predict and test which materials around them are attracted to a magnet and which are not.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Forces and Energy (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Force and Motion (4.4)
Content standard: B7.4.4.1 - Examine the concept of motion, Newton's first law of motion, magnetic force in relation to motion and understand their applications to life.
Indicator: B7.4.4.1.4 - Demonstrate the behaviour of magnet and its use to life.
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 4 (Week 28 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 38
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Discuss what magnets are and describe the types of magnets that exist
2. Demonstrate the characteristics (Repulsive, attractive, and orientation N-S direction) of a magnet.
3. Discuss the uses of magnet in everyday life.