1st grade light and sound videos

Grades 1–2 (ages 6–8) · 13 videos · Checked and refreshed daily

Quick answer

This playlist covers 1st grade light and sound, from Learn Bright's "Light for Kids" and a Kids Academy shadows lesson to SciShow Kids on how sound and ears work and Generation Genius's light and sound songs. Press Play all on repeat for a science block, or set an A–B loop on one experiment.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Light for Kids | Where does light come from? Learn all about light in this fun introduction video.Light for Kids | Where does light come from? Learn all about light in this fun introduction video.Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Sources of Light | Science for Kids | Kids AcademySources of Light | Science for Kids | Kids AcademyKids AcademyPlay from here Loop
  3. 3The Science of Light and Color for Kids: Rainbows and the Electromagnetic Spectrum - FreeSchoolThe Science of Light and Color for Kids: Rainbows and the Electromagnetic Spectrum - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  4. 4What is Sound? | Physics for Kids | SciShow KidsWhat is Sound? | Physics for Kids | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  5. 5What Is Sound? for KidsWhat Is Sound? for KidsLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  6. 6What is sound?What is sound?NASA VideoPlay from here Loop
  7. 7How Ears Let Us Hear the World! | SciShow KidsHow Ears Let Us Hear the World! | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  8. 8How Do Bats See with Sound? | Echolocation | Amazing Animal Senses | SciShow KidsHow Do Bats See with Sound? | Echolocation | Amazing Animal Senses | SciShow KidsSciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Seeing Sound Educator DemoSeeing Sound Educator DemoNASA VideoPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Sound Waves Vibration DIY Bugle: Football Science ActivitySound Waves Vibration DIY Bugle: Football Science ActivityGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  11. 11What are the parts of a sound wave?What are the parts of a sound wave?NASA VideoPlay from here Loop
  12. 12The LIGHT SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2The LIGHT SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2GenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Science of Sound SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2Science of Sound SONG | Science for Kids | Grades K-2GenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop

What do children learn about light and sound in 1st grade?

In 1st grade (ages 6–7), children learn that vibrating things make sound and that sound can make things vibrate. They find out that we need light to see, that some objects block light and make shadows, and that people use light and sound to send messages. Grade levels vary by country and school.

How does RepeatWatch help with a science lesson?

Drag an A–B loop around one demonstration, such as a drum making sprinkles jump, so your child can watch it again and talk about what happened. Slow a new explanation to 0.75×, save each part of a lesson to keys 1–9, and put a science song on Repeat one.

Frequently asked questions

What should my child be able to do after this unit?

By the end, a child should be able to explain that sound comes from vibrations, name a few sources of light, say why a shadow forms when something blocks light, and give an example of using light or sound to communicate.

How can I keep science screen time short?

Pick one or two videos, then try the idea at home with a rubber band, a pot lid or a flashlight. Set Stop after so a song plays two or three times and ends, or use the sleep timer for a ten minute session.

Do these videos follow a school science curriculum?

The playlist introduces ideas that many US 1st grade science units cover, but we do not claim any video matches your school. A few videos, such as the NASA sound wave clips, go a little further and work well for curious children.