Bring the electromagnetic spectrum to life in your classroom with this engaging, hands-on card sorting activity in which students organize information about electromagnetic waves. This resource is perfect for 5E lesson plans, adding to the learning experience by reinforcing key concepts related to the properties of light waves. It features cards for each of the seven wavelengths, including information on uses, potential dangers, wavelength images and example pictures. The larger cards are wonderful for group activities, encouraging collaboration and discussion among students while the smaller cards are great for individual study, allowing students to explore at their own pace. Ideal for use in science centers, interactive notebooks, or as a formative assessment, this card sorting activity offers a blend of visual and tactile learning opportunities to strengthen students’ science vocabulary and conceptual understanding. Bring a new activity to your wave lessons and watch as your students’ understanding of the electromagnetic spectrum grows.
This Resource Includes
• 35 different color cards in 3 sizes
o 7 Headings
o 7 Example Pictures
o 7 Wavelength Pictures
o 7 Uses Cards
o 7 Dangers Cards
• 2 Differentiated Sorting Sheets
• Answer Key
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Great resource with super images. Saved me a lot of time.
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