Worksheet
Curated OER

The Spectroscope Lab

For Students 8th - 12th
For this spectroscope worksheet, students observe fluorescent and incandescent lights through the spectroscope. They record their observations and observe spectra of elements. They answer questions about the chemical make-up of stars...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Incandescent Light Bulb

For Teachers 5th - Higher Ed
Learners study the history of the light bulb and how an incandescent light bulb works.  In this electricity lesson students complete several experiments on the light bulb.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Technology of Light

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners study the different types of light bulbs. In this exploratory instructional activity students complete several activities and create an electrical circuit.
Unit Plan
Florida State University

Florida State University: Light and Color: Sources of Visible Light

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses primary lighting sources and gives information on the different properties and spectral characteristics of each. Also includes links to some interactive Java applets.
Graphic
Merriam-Webster

Merriam Webster: Dictionary Illustration: Incandescent Lamp

For Students 3rd - 8th
Labeled illustration of the parts of an incandescent lightbulb.