Handout
Science4Fun

Science4 Fun: Lasers

For Students K - 1st
What is a laser? Illustrated discussion of lasers includes how they work and how they are used.
Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Neodymium: Periodic Table of Videos

For Students 9th - 10th
The team at Periodicvideos has created a TED-Ed Lesson for every element of the periodic table. Today, we will talk about neodymium, an element used in certain laser pointers which, according to the professor, are great gifts for those...
Interactive
Cool Math

Coolmath: Coolmath4kids: Minus Mission

For Students 1st - 3rd
Solve subtraction problems to blast the slimes with your laser before they slime you!
Interactive
NASA

Nasa: The Space Place

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration allows students to explore topics related to planet earth and outer space. A number of games and interactive features are available.
Handout
Other

All About Vision: Astigmatism

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information about the condition of Astigmatism including symptoms, causes, types, test to determine, and correction options.
Activity
Optical Society

Optical Society of America: Optics for Kids: Total Internal Reflection

For Students 9th - 10th
An investigation into the total internal reflection of light, using a laser pointer. Accompanied by an explanation of what's happening, a discussion of Snell's Law, and links to additional information.

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