Lights Day and Night: The Science of How Light Works

· Kids Can Press Ltd
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32
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About this ebook

A charming and captivating exploration of the science of light. Where does light come from? How does it work? What is it made of? A girl and her cat find answers to these questions on a summertime journey of scientific discovery. The pair identify loads of examples of light, while exploring many fascinating topics: natural and artificial light; uses of light; opaque, translucent and transparent objects; absorbed, reflected and refracted light; and how the eye sees light. It’s a gentle yet comprehensive introduction to light and all its mysteries. From stars in the sky to fireworks over a lake, our inquisitive guides shine a light on … light!

About the author

Award-winning author Susan Hughes has written more than 30 books for children of all ages, including Sounds All Around, Walking for Water, Walking in the City with Jane, Earth to Audrey and No Girls Allowed. She lives with her family in Toronto, Ontario.;Ellen Rooney is an illustrator, designer and artist. She’s originally from Massachusetts, but now lives in the southern Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. She loves graphic shapes, textured color, printmaking, drawing outdoors, painting — and her hidden art powers are released when cutting up paper!

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