Light Theory

Project overview

This project teaches children about the way that light behaves, travelling in straight lines from a source or reflector, into the eye. They explore phenomena associated with light, including shadows, reflections, rainbows and diffraction.

It is built upon our four-stage primary focused pedagogy โ€“ Engage, Develop, Innovate, Express โ€“ to get your children curious about the project ahead, develop and then use new skills and knowledge, before finally allowing them to express their thoughts, ideas and reflections on what they have learnt.

*This project is part of the Cornerstones Science Curriculum and is not sold separately.

What’s included

Light Theory is a comprehensive Science project that boasts an array of essentials including:

  • 14

    Lesson activities

  • 40

    Resources

  • Knowledge Organiser

Project scope

Light Theory provides a structured approach to science, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Subject

  • Science

Topics

  • Light, sight and the human eye

  • Perceiving colour

  • Reflections

  • Refraction

  • Shadows

Looking for a full Science curriculum?

If youโ€™re looking for inspiring lessons and resources across the whole Science curriculum, then the Cornerstones Science Curriculum offers everything you need for single or multi-year groups, with a collection of projects designed by subject experts to support teachers and subject leaders at every level of subject knowledge.