Push and Pull!: Learn About Magnets

by Julia Vogel

Amazing magnets are everywhere--on the refrigerator and inside machines and toys. Even Earth is a giant magnet! A magnet can be strong enough to lift a car. But magnets work only in a certain way. This simple, colorful book explores the attractive power of magnets.

24 pages, Library Binding

First published August 1, 2010

Reviews

[Sandy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a great book for explaining the "how" of magnetic force and how magnets act through observation. However, I thought it lacked a great introductory explanation for the "why" mechanics that are behind the way magnets work.

[Tracy Strahsburg · Rating 4 out of 5]

This scientific book about magnets and their forces is a great introduction to a science unit on magnetisms. Not only does the book teach the reader about the basics of magnets, but it is also a great exemplar text about nonfiction books. This book uses real life photographs, bold words, captions, illustrations, and also has a “words to know” section in the back. Furthermore, the simple experiments and scientific suggestions that they give the reader throughout the book are certain ways to further grasp the readers’ interest.

[Jayetta Carter-mcfarlin · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a good book for a read-aloud across all elementary grade levels. In science, it could be used to introduce the subject of magnets to help satisfy the GPS standard S3P2. I could combine a science and math lesson, by using this book, because it mentions that magnets could be in many different shapes and sizes. It discusses the compass, and the biggest magnet on Earth, which is Earth itself! There are many experiements explored in this book. It is elementary-school-child friendly.

[Jazelle Washington · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was about how magnets work. It suggested some experiments to do to teach you more about magnets.