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In this math activity related to light, learners assemble a photometer and use it to estimate the power output of the Sun.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 14 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners explore the relative efficiency of different bulbs, specifically incandescent vs. fluorescent.

Over $20 per group Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners explore how polarizing sunglasses can help diminish road glare.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity about electricity, learners build and test a paper clip switch to turn on a light bulb.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 8 - 11 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners will create an optical illusion top. Learners will explore color mixing, physics and design through this activity.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 4 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners light an LED with five cents. Learners use two different metals and some sour, salty water to create a cheap battery.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity on page 13 of the PDF, use a special plastic card that has been painted with a chemical that changes color when it is in UV light.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 6 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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This fun activity uses simple materials such as milk cartons and mirrors to introduce the ideas of optics and visual perception.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 11 10 to 30 minutes