K-6 Science for the Next Generation

Lesson Plans
Using Light to See

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the role of sunlight in helping us see during the daytime.
  • Recognize the importance of artificial lights in providing visibility at night.
  • Identify different sources of artificial light used in everyday life, such as streetlights and car headlights.
  • Explain why lights are essential for navigating and performing tasks in the dark.

Introduction and Hook

Begin the lesson by discussing the importance of light in our daily lives, focusing on how sunlight helps us see during the day.

Go to the Lesson

Use a short story or scenario about a day without sunlight to engage students and spark curiosity.

Direct Instruction

Introduce the concept of artificial lights and their role in providing visibility at night.

Discuss different sources of artificial light, such as streetlights and car headlights, and their importance in our daily activities.

Guided Exploration

Watch the video 'All About Light' to understand the role of light as a form of energy and its various sources.

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Engage students in a discussion about how sunlight and artificial lights help us perform tasks and navigate in the dark.

Hands-On Activity

Conduct an experiment using a flashlight and various objects to explore how light helps us see in the dark.

Use the assessment 'How Light Helps Us to See' to guide students through a hands-on experiment and assess their understanding.

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Independent Practice

Have students draw their bedroom and identify light sources that help them see at night.

Use the assessment 'Using Light to See' to reinforce the concept of light sources and their importance in visibility.

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Check for Understanding

Ask students to explain why lights are essential for navigating and performing tasks in the dark.

Conduct a quick quiz to assess students' understanding of the role of sunlight and artificial lights.

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Review and Reflection

Review the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of light in our daily lives.

Encourage students to reflect on how their understanding of light has changed and how they can apply this knowledge in real life.

Assessment and Extension

Use the assessment 'What Is a Source of Light?' to evaluate students' ability to identify natural and artificial light sources.

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Provide an extension activity by exploring how light is used in technology and communication, encouraging further exploration of related topics.

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