Take a close look at the world around you with an activity that magnifies everyday objects. Five explorations examine items under intense magnification and pose a series of questions that encourage critical thinking and following directions. 

Concepts

objects, comparing objects, making observations, microscopes, magnification, magnifying glasses

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a packet consisting of each worksheet for learners to reference easily during the lesson
• Implement the lesson as science center rotations in which each station offers a different exploration and worksheet
• Assign the interactive microscope link as homework and discuss pupils' findings when they return to school 

Classroom Considerations

• Although the lesson references curriculum materials that are not provided, it can still work with modifications 

Pros

• The worksheet offers plenty of space for pupils to write their responses  
• Exploration directions are written in detail 

Cons

• Contains broken links posted on included materials worksheets