Unit Plan
My Science Site

Electromagnetic Spectrum: Colour and Waves

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information on the different wavelengths that make up the electromagnetic spectrum. Also contains information on waves and color.
Handout
NASA

Nasa: Space Place: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

For Students 5th - 8th
Find out how energy, frequency, and wavelength are related in terms of the electromagnetic spectrum.
Website
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Physics 2000: Electromagnetic Waves

For Students 9th - 10th
Using a student-teacher dialogue format, this page discusses the nature of light as an electromagnetic wave and the electromagnetic spectrum.
Website
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Gamma Ray Burst Theories

For Students 3rd - 8th
This video segment from Swift: Eyes through Time introduces and explains theories of the origin of gamma-ray bursts. [4:11]
Lesson Plan
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Waves of Energy More or Less

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars create and observe wavelengths at both high and low energy levels using safety glasses, rope, and a power drill
Website
NASA

Nasa Star Child: The Universe (Level 2)

For Students 6th - 8th
This site provides a description of the universe and what it contains. Includes links to definitions, activities, and an audio song. Printable version available.
Handout
Science4Fun

Science4 Fun: Light

For Students K - 1st
What is light? Illustrated discussion of the speed of light, how we see colors, and how light helps us.