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The Physics of Light Obstacle Course

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SUMMARY:
This lesson challenges 3rd grade students to apply their knowledge of the physics of light by having them design, create, and test an obstacle course that their beam of light must navigate through to hit the desired target.

SUGGESTED LIST OF MATERIALS:
Flashlight and target
Cardboard base (Approximately 20 x 15 inches)
Index cards
Small magnifying glasses
Toilet paper tubes
Clay
Mirrors
Transparent/translucent/opaque lids
Straws
Prisms
2 transparent cups (one for water)
Inch ruler/yardstick/measuring tape

AGENDA:
What's it like to be an Optical Engineer? 2:47
Bill Nye: Light Optics 27:00
What are Light Waves -Robin Johnson 10:19
A Ray of Light - Walter Wick 28.36
Design, Construct, Test, Redesign obstacle course 30:00
Presentations 20:00

 

Lesson Grade Level

3rd Grade

Tags

Light Optics

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