mirrors

Examines how mirrors are used in a variety of circumstances including those on a telescope or in cameras; and describes their use in medical technology and in buildings.

When Darwen moves from England to Atlanta, Georgia he discovers a world of magic and monsters on the other side of his closet mirror.

When a friend's mirror is stored in a girl's bedroom, she realizes that it is special. In fact, it is a magic mirror that takes her on exciting adventures every night of the summer when she is seven-years-old.

When Mary finds an old mirror, she doesn't like what she sees in it.

Discusses the history of mirrors, how people saw reflections before there were mirrors, and the many uses of mirrors.

Uses simple activities with a mirror to introduce basic science concepts.

A wispy, shadowy figure appears in Megan's mirror one day begging to trade places with her for just one week. The young girl begs her to let her live again. Gradually Megan comes to realize that she must grant this request.

A little girl dances with her image in the mirror; but when discord enters between her and her reflection, she learns the meaning of consequences.

When the Diamond Princess steps through a mirror, she enters the world of Freezia.

Suggested activities explore how mirrors work and how they demonstrate the properties of light.