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Grade 4, Science Std 3: Recognize how light interacts with transparent, translucent, and opaque materials. Examples: transparent—most light passes through, translucent—some light passes through, opaque—no light passes through Predicting the reflection or absorption of light by various objects

Lesson Plans: Light A lesson plan in which students will understand the properties of light. Reflections With Mirrors Students will be able to define reflection and the laws of reflection. You light up my life The students will produce evidence that demonstrates understanding of the following: light is a form of energy, how light travels in a straight line until it strikes an object , and light can be reflected, refracted, and absorbed. I’m Dreaming of a Bright Holiday With this lesson, students learn about light by helping to decorate the classroom with found objects associated with light. Light Unit Activities used in this unit should provide students with an opportunity to examine the characteristics and behaviour of light.

Resources: Looking at Light A series of lessons, information and activities about light Light Activities used in this unit should provide students with an opportunity to examine the characteristics and behavior of light. Science Online A must see! Great site for links to Blueprint Skills, Lesson Plans, Topical Sites, Interactive Websites for Students and Worksheets Science Clips You will find an alphabetical list of science interactive movie clips. Suggestions for English Language Learners (ELLs): (E/B=Entering/Beginning, D=Developing, E=Expanding) (E/B): Collect magazines pictures of equipment, tools, machines and sort according to energy source. (E/B): Create a timeline of energy sources. (D): Devise a science experiment that utilizes two different energy sources and create an outline of the experiment. (D): Select and discuss examples of energy sources. (D): Show and discuss toys powered by different types of energy, such as wind, gas, and electricity. (D): Conduct and experiment with a partner that involves an activity such as making an electrical circuit. Describe the results to the class. (E): Conduct research for a paper on energy. (E): Research and describe how sources of energy may differ from country to country and draw or chart results.
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