Light

Children's Literature

Although most kids might know what light is, they might not be able to tell you where it comes from, where it gets its color or why it's brighter in some places than others. This informative resource will help them explore this interesting topic and learn about related concepts such as photons, wavelengths, frequency, the speed of light, ultraviolet light, incandescent and luminescent light, the color spectrum and prisms. This short volume contains useful background information, colorful illustrations and photographs, hands-on activities (taking a sneak peek at what light is made of and making a sky in a jar), answers to questions about light (How does sunlight make leaves green in the summer? Why do rainbows only come out when it rains?), a glossary, a list of web sites and an index. Part of the "How Can I Experiment with...?" series. 2001, Rourke Publishing, $23.93. Ages 6 to 9. Reviewer: Debra Briatico