Magnetism

Ok, I'm new to these forums, and this is my first topic.sooo, magnetism!In school we are studying "earth science" and i sat and thought about it.In essence, what is magnetism. By this I mean How was the first magnet created. I mean, I know north and south poles, but what force would make something like that happen. Is it something spiritual or what. IDK but it baffles me.I thought this might make a good discussion topic, so discuss away!

Thanks But i was also trying to "ask" how magnetic force was created. As in, how and where was the first magnet made and what made it. like if god suddenly made the universe and said "hey, see that rock over there, its gonna pull metal things to itself, wouldnt that be cool!"

yea theyre on the anduin river b4 the waterfalls.