reflection (optics)

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reflection (optics)

Rainbows and other marvels of light and water

2017
This volume captures all the excitement of rainbow sightings after rainy days.

Seeing is not believing!

the science of shadow & light
1991
Simple experiments introduce the science of light and demonstrate how it can produce shadows and reflections.

Shiny and dull

2003
Provides a simple explanation of the physical properties of reflective and non-reflective objects, including examples of their uses in nature and everyday life.

Light show

reflection and absorption
2009
An illustrated introduction for early readers to the basic concepts of light reflection and absorption, and defines what light is, discusses bending light, and includes instructions for a simple light experiment.

I see myself

2002
Shows kids the science behind light and reflection, explaining why they can see themselves in a shiny doorknob or a puddle on the street.

Mirror power

2008
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.

Mirror, mirror

1994
Discusses the history of mirrors, how people saw reflections before there were mirrors, and the many uses of mirrors.

Bouncing and bending light

1990
Presents projects and experiments demonstrating the effects of mirrors and lenses on rays of light.

Manipulating light

reflection, refraction, and absorption
2006
Presents a simple study on the physics of light and how light waves behave, and examines why stars twinkle, how telescopes and prisms work, and more.

Experiments with light and mirrors

1995
Describes different experiments to do with mirrors.

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