Lighten up!
Discovering the Science of Light

How does music play from my CD? What makes the sunset so beautiful? Do stars really twinkle? Lighten Up! Discovering the Science of Light will help you discover the answer to all of these questions and more.

Download this cool new resource (PDF, 3MB) to learn about the exciting world of optics—a branch of physics—and why it's so important in everyday life. Make your own sunset in a bottle, discover how your eyeglasses work with Jell-O, and even learn to make your own telescope.

So come along and Lighten Up! You'll be glad you did!

We want to know if something in the book inspires you. Do you have a great idea for sharing what you've learned? Have you discovered a career in optics that interests you? E-mail us your thoughts, ideas, notes, and doodles at STEM@girlscouts.org, and then brainstorm ideas for follow-up with your advisor or leader.