The Solar Spark – studying light

This set of activities allows Level 2 pupils to study light and colour using spectroscope and Newton wheel of colour. You can download and print ut the PDF document at the end.

Outline:

Level: Second level (P7)
Age: 9+
Type: Primary
Complexity: Medium
Cost per activity: Low
Location: Indoor (preferably needs access to window too)
Needed equipment: used/unwanted CD, phone camera (optional), torch, scissors, glue

Newton's Colour Wheel, taken from www.daviddarling.info

In this set of activities, pupil will:

• Make white light with a colour wheel containing all the colours of the rainbow. To understand that white light can be made and broken down into many different colours of the rainbow.

• Build a spectroscope that can be used to look at light sources (possibly including the Sun, LEDs, and a TV/computer screen). By doing this they will understand that white light can be broken down into many different colours.

• Explore ideas and ask relevant questions to expand understanding and knowledge of a subject of solar energy as a source of renewable energy.

• Use straightforward scientific evidence to answer questions.

• Explore ideas and record experiences through creative work.

• Build on understanding of the methods and processes of science through different types of scientific enquiries.

Download the PDF
The Solar Spark - study of sunlight.pdf

Let us know how you get on!