These waves aren't for surfing. Young scientists learn about electromagnetic waves and how their features affect the light people see. The video lesson describes the amplitude, frequency, and wavelength of the waves and how the electromagnetic waves play a role in energy transfer on Earth.

Concepts

electromagnetic waves, light waves, wavelength, amplitude, frequency

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a guided notes document for pupils to complete as they watch the lesson
• Use images from the video to create a slide show presentation

Classroom Considerations

• Expects prior study of light waves

Pros

• Includes a printable set of questions
• Emphasizes important scientific vocabulary

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.6.7 SL.6.2 RI.7.7 SL.7.2 RI.8.7 SL.8.2 RI.9-10.7 SL.9-10.2 RI.11-12.7 SL.11-12.2