Introduce KS2 learners to the science of reflection and mirrors with this 12‑page STEM workbook full of clear explanations, diagrams, and interactive activities. Children explore how light bounces, how mirrors work, and where reflections appear, through quizzes, experiments, and creative observation tasks.
Contents included:
Page 1: Cover (Reflection and Mirrors – Discovering How Light Bounces, Ages 8–9)
Page 2: Welcome Young Scientist! (introduction to mirrors and reflections)
Page 3: What Is Reflection? (light bounces off surfaces; draw what you see in a mirror)
Page 4: How Reflection Works (light travels in straight lines, bounces off smooth surfaces; trace light ray activity)
Page 5: Plane Mirrors (flat mirrors create clear reflections; circle plane mirrors activity)
Page 6: Where Can We See Reflection? (mirror, calm water, glass, shiny car; tick objects activity)
Page 7: What Do Mirrors Show? (images appear behind mirror; fun observation: right hand vs reflection)
Page 8: Explore Reflection! (flashlight + mirror experiment; observe light direction when mirror moves)
Page 9: Find Reflections Around You (write 3 places where reflections appear at home/classroom)
Page 10: Did You Know? (Moon reflects sunlight, calm water acts like mirror, animals use reflections, mirrors help drivers)
Page 11: Check Your Knowledge (quiz: what is reflection, plane mirror, water reflects light, mirror vs paper; draw reflection activity)
Page 12: Young Physicist Certificate (completion award for workbook)
Perfect for KS2 classroom lessons, homework practice, and homeschool use, this printable PDF makes learning about reflection and mirrors engaging, visual, and interactive.
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