light

Explains what the sky is, and provides scientific information about light and colors as they relate to the sky, oceans, and clouds.

Introduction to light and how it helps us to see profiles different kinds of light, including sunlight, firelight and electric light, while providing an accompanying "Find-Out-More" section that features interactive experiments kids can perform at school or at home.

A collection of poems celebrating light in its various forms, from candles and lamps to lightning and fireflies.

"An examination of the science behind the physical phenomenon known as light, including relevant theories and history-making discoveries as well as topics of current and future research"--Provided by publisher.

Explains how optical engineers have created instruments and technologies such as telescopes, microscopes, cameras, and televisions, and how the process of engineering design can be combined with the study of light and vision.

Mythbusters Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman conduct experiments to determine if there is any truth or scientific basis to various myths related to reflected energy, investigating the legend that claims the Greeks built a "death ray" to set fire to invading Roman ships two thousand years ago.

Features a series of science experiments illustrating light reflection. Includes experiments in illusions, fiber optics, mirrors, and more.

Presents an episode of the "Daily Planet" science magazine which uses interviews, field pieces, and experiments to investigate what is going on in the world, discussing the science of twisted light, the X-Prize competition, rainbows, record grooves, fireworks, and other topics.

Gives steps involved in creating science experiments using light and sound. Includes supply lists for each experiment.

"Colors surround us. From pale pink to electric blue, there are colors everywhere we turn. A flash of brilliant red can come from a wild rose made by nature or from a piece of fabric made in a factory. But did you know that colors are actually created by our brains, not by the objects themselves?".