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Lesson 2: See the light

Exploring how light travels into our eyes and allows us to see.
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Light shining on the eye

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Before the lesson

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Display the Presentation: Speak like an expert and ask the children to take turns with a partner presenting evidence for light travelling in straight lines for one minute.

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In this unit

Assessment – Science Y6: Light and reflectionLesson 1: The pathway of light
Lesson 2: See the light
Lesson 3: Measuring shadowsLesson 4: Reflecting lightLesson 5: Making a periscopeLesson 6: Using mirrors
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 3 July 2026

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