Reflected light
I can explain that we see things when light is reflected from an object into the eye.
Reflected light
I can explain that we see things when light is reflected from an object into the eye.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Reflection involves a source of light and a surface.
- Light travels towards a surface and bounces off it.
- We often see things because light travels from light sources to objects and then to our eyes.
- Scientific diagrams and models can be used to show how we see reflected light.
Keywords
Light source - A light source produces its own light.
Reflect - Light is reflected when it hits a surface and bounces off in another direction.
Surface - A surface is the top or outer layer of an object.
Light ray - A light ray is an arrow drawn on a diagram to show the direction in which light is travelling.
Common misconception
Light shines out of our eyes; a light ray is a long thin piece of light; light is made of light rays added together; light can only be reflected off shiny surfaces.
Explicit teaching about sources of light, what a light ray is; plenty of demonstrations and practice of drawing diagrams.
Equipment
A ball of wool or string and objects from around the room.
Content guidance
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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