Shining Light On Different Materials

We used flashlights to investigate what happens when you shine light onto different materials.  We took notes to document our observations and drew labeled diagrams.  At our subsequent science meeting, students discussed which of the materials would be the best choice if you wanted to block sunlight coming in through a window.  We decided that of construction paper, wax paper, tissue paper, aluminum foil and clear plastic, the aluminum foil would block the light best.