Demo Compass Experiment Kit — A Hands‑On STEM Experience

Introduce your students to the fascinating world of magnetism and navigation with the Demo Compass Experiment Kit. This engaging project allows students to build and experiment with a simple compass, providing a practical application of science concepts in a classroom setting.

What’s in the Kit & How It Works

The kit includes:

• Magnetic needles

• Floating platforms

• Clear and simple instructions for assembly

Students will assemble the components to create a working compass. By magnetizing a needle and placing it on a floating platform, students can observe how the needle aligns itself with the Earth's magnetic field, pointing north.

STEM Concepts Illuminated

This kit provides an excellent opportunity to explore various STEM concepts:

Why Teachers Will Love It

• Hands-On Learning: Students actively engage in building and understanding the mechanics of a compass.

• Cross-Disciplinary Connections: Integrates concepts from science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

• Encourages Critical Thinking: Students can experiment with different configurations and observe outcomes.

• Affordable and Scalable: Cost-effective for classroom use and suitable for group activities.

Classroom Activity Ideas

• Magnetic Field Exploration: Use iron filings to visualize the magnetic field around a magnet.

• Compass Accuracy Test: Test the accuracy of the compass by comparing it to a known direction.

• Navigation Challenge: Create a simple map and have students use their compasses to navigate from one point to another.

• Historical Discussion: Discuss the history of compass use in exploration and how it has evolved over time.

Bring science and history together in a creative, hands-on project. With the Demo Compass Experiment Kit, students won't just learn about magnetism—they'll experience it in action.