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A guide to the origins, principles, and historical study of light.

Looks at the science behind the creation, travel, and appearance of light and explains how the human eye sees and reacts to light and how some animals can even see in the dark.

Introduces young readers to the basics of light, discussing what it is and how it works.

Introduces children to the science of light.

Introduces electromagnetic and mechanical waves, discussing the properties of waves, the electromagnetic spectrum, and vibrations.

Introduces electromagnetic and mechanical waves, discussing the properties of waves, the electromagnetic spectrum, and vibrations.

There are so many sources of light in our world: the sun, fire, electric lamps, flashlights, lightning, and countless more. Even some animals give off light. What makes these sources light up? This lively look at a fundamental segment of science combines a colorful comic-book design with important and accessible curricular content. Readers will be motivated to test their understanding of the topics with quiz questions and they'll appreciate the bright graphics that highlight need-to-know concepts.

"Introduces the reader to light"--Provided by publisher.

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