Sequence of Activities Sources of light Using shadows to experiment with the properties of light Mirror, Mirror on the Wall Reflective surfaces Bending light Straight beams Observing the eye Pupils at work Colors around us Background Knowledge for Teachers Light is a form of energy that travels at very high speeds. It can pass through air, water, glass, and many other materials. Some materials do not permit light to pass through. Light travels in a straight line. Stars are the primary light source in the universe.
All color comes from white light.
White light contains all the colors in the color spectrum. Lastly, mirrors are made of materials that reflect light. Stars are the primary light source in the universe. As a class, discuss and web different aspects of light. Lead students into a discussion about why light is important to our life and relate it to their lives.