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Climate Schools Programme science 1B: transport practical - electromagnetic motor

The lesson is designed to get students thinking about how electric vehicles are powered. It gives students practical experience of building and testing a device.

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Secondary Ages 11 to 14
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Green energy transition 

This is science practical 1B – transport of the Climate Schools Programme. The lesson is designed to: 

  • Get students thinking about how electric vehicles are powered 

  • Give students practical experience of building and testing a device 

  • Focus on green jobs 

The kit you will need to deliver this lesson includes: 

  • AAA, AA, or D batteries 

  • Sandpaper  

  • Fine insulated wire  

  • Electrical or masking tape  

  • Neodymium magnets 

  • Marker pens   

  • Paperclips  

What's included

  • Climate Schools Programme lesson plan 

  • Climate Schools Programme slide deck practical 1B – transport 

  • Climate Schools Programme student worksheets practical 1B – transport 

Accreditation

Royal Meteorological Society Quality Mark Apr 2025Skills Builder Impact Level 1

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