Light Theory

Project overview

This companion project teaches children about the way that light behaves, travelling in straight lines from a source or reflector, into the eye. They explore phenomena associated with light, including shadows, reflections, rainbows and diffraction.

What’s included

Light Theory is a comprehensive Science project that boasts an array of essentials including:

  • 14

    Lesson activities

  • 40

    Resources

  • Knowledge Organiser

Project scope

Light Theory provides a structured approach to Science, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Subject

  • Science

Topics

  • Light, sight and the human eye

  • Perceiving colour

  • Reflections

  • Refraction

  • Shadows

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