+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Photosynthesis: Light-dependent and Calvin cycle

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students recognize the concepts of the light-dependent and the Calvin cycles. They draw diagrams of the light-dependent reaction and the Calvin cycle. In addition, they investigate the effects of light on carbohydrate content in leaves.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Red Light, Green Light Dribble

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students respect others personal space while playing a basketball version of "Red light, Green Light." students improve dribbling skills with this physical education activity.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Light and Dark

For Teachers K - 1st
Students use an online instructional activity to help them identify and name different sources of light. They also determine that some sources of light are natural and some are man-made, and explain that light sources vary in brightness.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Light and Dark

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Students review their knowledge of the concepts of light and dark by teacher guided questions. With a partner, they develop a list naming as many light sources as they can. They take a walk around their school and identify the light...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Light and Shadows

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Learners participate in an online lesson to determine how light travels from a source, and to explain that shadows form when light travelling from a source is blocked.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lighting the Perimeter

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Learners calculate a house's perimeter by using photographs by determining the appropriate scale. They decide on the number of strings of Christmas lights that would be needed to decorate the house.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exploring Electricity: Light Sculptures

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners study electricity by making their own light sculptures. In this light sculptures lesson, students review electrical loops and circuitry components. Learners then plan, create, and refine light sculptures.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Hila Research Centre - Electronics 1

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Basically walk your early electronics techs through the vocabulary relating to an electronic circuit. Give them an LED light, a resistor, a battery, and some clips, then have them construct a simple circuit. Specific electronic equipment...
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Chlorophyll And The Color Of Light

For Students 5th - 8th
In this biology and math worksheet, students view a graph of percentage of light reflected by chlorophyll and compose answers to questions on a separate piece of paper. This worksheet would be a fine homework assignment.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

WET Science Lesson #11: How Light Affects Water

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Scientists listen to the story of Wadja Egnankou who works to save African mangrove forests. They experiment with refraction and the introduction of particulate matter to water. They conclude with creative writing about the need for a...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lighting The Way - Activity 1

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students discover the "rule of thirds" technique used in photography through the investigation of magazine and newspaper pictures and an in-class discussion. The work of photojournalist Jeff Bizzel is emphasized.
+
Assessment
Curated OER

Physics Final Exam

For Students 10th - 12th
A two-hour final exam covers a range of physics topics related to electricity and magnetism. It employs a variety of methodologies for assessing your physics learners' understanding and mastery of these concepts. You will need to review...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Explore the Nano in Sunblock

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
Discuss nanotechnology with your science scholars. In particular, its application to sunblock products. Give them samples of nano and non-nano sunblocks to compare. This interesting topic can be taught in a technology unit.
+
PPT
Curated OER

Science Jeopardy - The Earth Sciences

For Teachers 6th - 8th
The earth sciences are the focus for this Jeopardy-style review game. Categories include geology, space, scientific investigation, meteorology, and oceanography. Diagrams and pictures are involved with most of the questions, making this...
+
Assessment
Curated OER

Take-Home Midterm Exam #3

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
The University of Hawaii has published a vast collection of midterm and final exams for their Physics 152 course. This particular exam offers a variety of assessment methods, and covers the topic of electromagnetic radiation....
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Seein' Double, Seein' Double

For Teachers K - 2nd
By using the Internet, hands-on activities, video, and cooperative learning, pupils look into the conditions in which light casts shadows on objects. The lesson includes fabulous hands-on activities, art projects, worksheets, and reource...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Color Spectrum: How Does it Work?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Create models of the infrared, visible, and ultraviolet portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Working in small groups, your class can investigate metric conversions calculations. They will find the length of the waves in nanometers,...
+
Organizer
Memorial Art Gallery

Learning to Look, Looking to Learn - Peeling Onions

For Students 9th - 12th
Lilly Martin Spencer's "Peeling Onions" is the subject of a series of exercises that model for learners how to use the elements of art to read a painting. A series of worksheets focus viewers' attention on how Spencer uses...
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Ultraviolet Reflections

For Students 9th - 12th
In this environment worksheet, students distinguish between UV-A, UV-B, and UV-C radiation and explain. Then they list various explanations of the source of ozone depletion. Students also describe why an increase in smog ozone does not...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What Makes a Seed Breathe Faster?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Here's a five-star lesson plan in which inquisitors conduct sophisticated experimentation with cellular respiration in plant seeds. Placing seeds in a closed system they measure the amount carbon dioxide produced and relate it to...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introduction to Photovoltaic Systems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
The Green Education Foundation found that this lesson plan, written by the Texas State Energy Conservation Office, is right up their alley when it comes to teaching sustainability. It is ideal as a first lesson plan on photovoltaic...
+
Activity
Exploratorium

Laser Jello

For Teachers 7th - 10th
The concepts of refraction and reflection gel with your physical science class during this colorful exploration. Shining lasers through Petri-dish-shaped gelatin desserts, they will notice how the light travels and bounces off the sides....
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Nanoscience and Sunscreen

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use the topic of sunscreen to explore the "issues related to size and scale" as energy and matter interact. They compare the visible opacity of different substances to their ability to block ultraviolet radiation.
+
Lesson Planet Article
Curated OER

Claude Monet's Interpretation of Light in Art

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Claude Monet provides a great way to lead students in a discussion of art, politics, and 19th century society.