Mirror, Mirror on the Wall...
Grade Range
1st
Group Size
2 students
Active Time
1 hour, 15 minutes
Total Time
1 hour, 15 minutes
Area of Science
Physics
Key Concepts
Light, light reflection
Learning Objectives
- Understand that some materials redirect light.
- Describe how a mirror works.
- Investigate how you can redirect a light beam using reflective materials.
Credits
Svenja Lohner, PhD, Science Buddies
![]() OverviewWe see ourselves in a mirror because mirrors reflect light. Light interacts with materials in different ways; for instance, shiny surfaces like mirrors are able to change the direction of light. In this lesson plan, students will demonstrate how light bounces off a reflective surface by redirecting a light beam from a flashlight to different locations within the classroom. Students will then be challenged to use their knowledge about mirrors to find a way to guide a light beam to a specific target using multiple mirrors. NGSS AlignmentThis lesson helps students prepare for these Next Generation Science Standards Performance Expectations:
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Grade Range
1st
Group Size
2 students
Active Time
1 hour, 15 minutes
Total Time
1 hour, 15 minutes
Area of Science
Physics
Key Concepts
Light, light reflection
Credits
Svenja Lohner, PhD, Science Buddies
Learning Objectives
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