Light sources
I can identify and name natural and human-made light sources.
Light sources
I can identify and name natural and human-made light sources.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A light source is something that produces and gives out light.
- Light sources can be natural or made by humans.
- The Sun is our main natural light source.
- The Moon is not a light source, it does not produce its own light.
Keywords
Light source - Something that is a light source produces its own light.
Human-made - Something that is human-made is made or caused by humans.
Natural - A natural object or material has not been interfered with in any way by humans.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that all light sources are made by humans. Pupils may think that the Moon is a light source.
Explanation that light sources can be natural or made by humans - use examples within the lesson slides. Explanation that the Moon does not produce its own light and is not a light source.
Equipment
Box with hole in top/side, Christmas bauble, aluminium foil, mirror, electric tea light, tube of glitter, crystal, torch, phone/electronic device.
Licence
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