Magnets Worksheets for Grade 1

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Easy

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Trace the Words

Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.

1. magnet

2. pull

3. iron

4. steel

5. metal

6. stick

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. A magnet can  

2. Iron and  

3. A magnet makes a paperclip  

4. The force from a magnet is called a  

Part C: True or False?

Read each statement. Circle True or False.

1. A magnet can pull an iron nail.

T F

2. All rocks stick to magnets.

T F

3. A magnet sticks to a steel spoon.

T F

Magnets

Easy

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Trace the Words

Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.

1. pin

2. clip

3. nail

4. wood

5. glass

6. paper

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. A paper  

2. A magnet will not pick up a  

3. An iron  

4. A magnet does not stick to a  

Part C: True or False?

Read each statement. Circle True or False.

1. A magnet can pick up a plastic toy.

T F

2. A magnet sticks to an iron pin.

T F

3. A magnet pulls a paper card.

T F

Magnets

Easy

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Trace the Words

Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.

1. bar

2. ring

3. disc

4. shape

5. curve

6. hoop

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. A long straight magnet is called a  

2. A magnet with a hole in the middle is a  

3. A flat round magnet is called a  

4. A magnet that curves like a U is a  

Part C: True or False?

Read each statement. Circle True or False.

1. A bar magnet is long and straight.

T F

2. A ring magnet has no hole in it.

T F

3. A horseshoe magnet is shaped like a U.

T F

Magnets

Easy

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Trace the Words

Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.

1. strong

2. weak

3. many

4. few

5. more

6. less

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. A magnet that lifts lots of clips is a  

2. A magnet that lifts just one clip is a  

3. A strong magnet can pick up  

4. A weak magnet will pick up only a  

Part C: True or False?

Read each statement. Circle True or False.

1. A stronger magnet lifts more clips than a weak one.

T F

2. All magnets have the same strength.

T F

3. A weak magnet picks up fewer clips than a strong one.

T F

Magnets

Medium

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. Every magnet has a north pole and a  

2. The ends of a magnet are called  

3. Two north poles will  

4. A north pole and a south pole will  

5. When magnets pull together, we say they  

6. When magnets push apart, we say they  

7. Two south poles will push away, or  

8. The letter  

9. Opposite poles  

Part B: Matching

Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.

1. Match each item to its correct answer.

North and South

→

Attract (pull)

North and North

→

Repel (push)

South and South

→

Repel same poles

South and North

→

Attract opposites

Magnets

Medium

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. A magnet can pull a clip  

2. A magnet can pull a clip through a thin piece of  

3. A stronger magnet has a  

4. A magnet pulls a clip through thin  

5. The farther a clip is, the  

6. A magnet will not pull well through thick  

7. A magnet can make a clip move by pulling on it with  

8. A weaker magnet must be  

9. Moving a magnet near iron filings makes them  

Part B: Matching

Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.

1. Match each item to its correct answer.

Magnet above paper with clip under

→

Clip moves through paper

Strong magnet far from clip

→

Clip still pulled closer

Weak magnet far from clip

→

Clip does not move much

Magnet next to iron filings

→

Filings line up in lines

Magnets

Medium

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. If you rub a steel nail with a magnet, the nail turns into a  

2. A nail that is a magnet for only a little while is a  

3. A magnet that keeps its pull for a long time is called  

4. You must rub the nail with a magnet in only  

5. A rubbed steel nail can pick up a paper  

6. A temporary magnet loses its power after some  

7. You cannot turn a  

8. If you drop a temporary magnet, it may  

9. A strong bar magnet can help a nail become a  

Part B: Matching

Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.

1. Match each item to its correct answer.

Rub a steel nail one way with a magnet

→

Becomes a temporary magnet

A nail left alone for a long time

→

Slowly loses its magnet pull

Rub a wooden stick with a magnet

→

Does not become magnetic at all

A fridge magnet made in a factory

→

Is a permanent strong magnet

Magnets

Medium

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Fill in the Blank

Write the missing word or number on each line.

1. A compass has a tiny magnet that points to  

2. The  

3. Earth has a North Pole and a South  

4. Hikers use a  

5. The red end of a compass needle usually points  

6. If you spin a compass, the needle goes back to pointing  

7. A compass works because Earth is a big  

8. The needle inside a compass is made of  

9. Standing on ice at the very top of Earth is near the North  

Part B: Matching

Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.

1. Match each item to its correct answer.

Compass needle

→

Tiny magnet that spins

Earth

→

A very big magnet in space

North Pole of Earth

→

Icy top of the planet

South Pole of Earth

→

Icy bottom of the planet

Magnets

Hard

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Multiple Choice

Circle the best answer for each question.

1. Which of these uses a magnet to stick to metal?

2. A compass needle points north because of what?

3. Where can you find a magnet at home?

4. Junk yards use big magnets to pick up what?

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the correct answer on each line.

1. A  

2. A  

3. Electric  

4. A cabinet  

5. Big magnets at a  

Magnets

Hard

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Multiple Choice

Circle the best answer for each question.

1. Which item will a magnet most likely pick up?

2. You put a magnet near a pile of items. Which will not move?

3. A weak magnet is far from a clip. What will happen?

4. Which pair of magnet ends will push apart?

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the correct answer on each line.

1. A magnet will pick up an iron  

2. If two magnets snap together, their poles are  

3. Moving a magnet  

4. A magnet will not pick up items made of  

5. Two south poles pushed together will  

Magnets

Hard

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Multiple Choice

Circle the best answer for each question.

1. If two north poles come close, what happens?

2. How can you lift a paperclip through a piece of paper?

3. Which item will a magnet push away from another magnet?

4. You bring a magnet close to a wooden spoon. What will happen?

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the correct answer on each line.

1. Two north poles facing each other will  

2. A magnet can pull a clip through a thin sheet of  

3. If you flip one magnet around, two magnets that pushed may now  

4. Iron filings near a magnet line up in neat  

5. A magnet cannot push or pull a  

Magnets

Hard

Magnets

Name:

Date:

Grade: Grade 1

Part A: Multiple Choice

Circle the best answer for each question.

1. Maya dropped a paperclip in the sand. What can help her find it?

2. Leo wants to sort iron bolts from plastic bricks fast. What helps?

3. A fridge door will not stay shut. Which part likely needs help?

4. You want to pick up pins from the floor without bending down. Use what?

Part B: Fill in the Blank

Write the correct answer on each line.

1. To get an iron pin out of water, use a  

2. A magnet can sort iron items from  

3. A fridge door shuts tight thanks to a hidden  

4. A magnet on a  

5. A compass helps a lost hiker find the way  

Magnets

What's Included in This Download

What You'll Learn

These magnets worksheets help grade 1 students develop essential science skills through engaging activities.

Learning Objectives

• Magnets: Identify what magnets are and what they attract
• Magnets: Distinguish magnetic from non-magnetic materials
• Magnets: Understand north and south poles, attract and repel
• Magnets: Recognize everyday uses of magnets including the compass

Skills Covered

How to Use These Worksheets

1. Download & Print: Click the download button to get the PDF. Print on standard 8.5" x 11" paper.
2. Start Simple: Begin with easier pages before moving to more challenging activities.
3. Daily Practice: Dedicate 10-15 minutes each day for consistent learning.
4. Use Manipulatives: Pair worksheets with physical objects like blocks or counters.
5. Provide Encouragement: Celebrate progress and effort to build confidence.
6. Check Progress: Use the included answer key to review work together.

Common Mistakes to Watch For

• Thinking every shiny metal, like aluminum foil or a penny, must stick to a magnet.
• Mixing up attract and repel, or saying magnets always push instead of pull opposite poles.
• Expecting magnets to pick up plastic, wooden, or paper items because they look heavy like metal.

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