Light Energy Activity Pack
4th grade and 5th grade
Here's what you'll get:
→ Reflection, Refraction, and Absorption of Light Slides and Notes
→ Reflection Observation Stations
→ Refraction Observation Stations
→ Light Energy Flipbook
→ Reflect or Refract Sort
→ Light Energy Interactive Notebook
→ Light Vocab Task Cards
→ Light Test Prep Task Cards
→ Reflection Digital Inquiry
→ Refraction Digital Inquiry
→ Light Vocab Lab in 5
Build Stronger Understanding Through Practice
These activities help students work with key science concepts in a clear, hands-on way, so they can apply what they’re learning with more confidence.
Teachers love it!
Megan M.
I use this whole resource as part of my instruction every year as I do not have a curriculum. It covers 5th grade Ohio standards and includes a variety of activities for students. I love everything I purchase from Science Penguin and appreciate the thought put into each resource.
Ebony E.
I was so confused about teaching this subject but this resource helped me so much. The kids loved the observation stations and they were able to understand.
Mrs. Sutton
My students love the observation stations. They are easy to set up. I time students as they rotate through and this lets me walk through and help with any misconceptions. Students are engaged and we talk about findings at the end. Great product! I look forward to using this resource every year.
Let's make sure this is the right fit.
Who is this for?
This resource is a great fit if you want:
- 4th and 5th grade activities
- Flexible options for teaching light energy, including reflection, refraction, and absorption
- A variety of activities for differentiation
- Supplements to your curriculum
- Ready-to-use observation stations, slides and notes, digital activities, task cards, and more
- Simple, engaging activities without building everything from scratch
Who is this NOT for?
This resource is probably not the right fit if you’re looking for:
- Day-by-day lesson plans
- A full 5E instructional unit
- Formal assessments or tests
- Activities for grades other than 4th–5th
It’s designed to supplement your existing curriculum with flexible activities.
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$24.95 ADD TO CARTMaterials you'll need
Reflection Observation Stations
- 6 small mirrors
- 6 sturdy items to rest the mirrors upright against
- 6 laser pointers
- 6 clothespins or small items to mark where the laser reflects
Refraction Observation Stations
- 2 clear cups of water
- 1 clear tub of water
- 1 prism
- 1 laser pointer
- 1 concave lens
- 1 convex lens
- 1 straw
- 1 penny
Lasers can damage eyes. Remind students to never point a laser at anyone's face or look into the beam.
