Your class might be surprised to learn that mirrors have been around since the first century AD! Young scientists explore reflection and refraction of light through a series of challenges. They use this knowledge to design their own magic tricks and answer a summative quiz. 

Concepts

reflections, refraction, light

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Extend the lesson by exploring concave and convex mirrors
• If time allows, play Laser Maze

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of light energy and its properties and behaviors

Pros

• Lists supplementary resources for both teachers and pupils
• Fun, interactive lesson keeps scholars engaged throughout
• Includes answer key

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.4