Grade 1 Science Chapter 7 | Teacher Guide and Answers

Grade 1 Science, Chapter 7: Light, Materials, and Investigations

Student lessons | Daily practice | Teacher answers | Grade 1 learning path

Use this guide to check both answers and reasoning. Accept accurate equivalents for open responses. Reteach misconceptions and keep student work private.

Day 1: Sources of Light

1. Lamp
2. No, it reflects sunlight
3. Light reflects from the book into eyes
4. Do not stare at the Sun or shine into eyes

Day 2: Transparent and Opaque

1. Transparent
2. Opaque
3. Translucent
4. For example, a solid book or wooden board

Day 3: Make and Observe Shadows

1. An opaque object
2. Wall or paper
3. No
4. Shadow size or shape

Day 4: Compare Fairly

1. Toy position
2. Flashlight and wall
3. To make a fairer comparison
4. So observations can be checked

Day 5: Independent Light Check

1. Opaque card
2. Clear sheet
3. Clear sheet
4. It describes only the tested materials

Teaching and assessment guidance

Day 5 is a limited independent check. Observe the process as well as the answer; reteach with new examples before assessing again. These items do not certify grade-level mastery.

Development status: This chapter does not complete a full-year curriculum. Dedicated fillable workbooks, fuller textbooks, and objective-by-objective Alabama standards mapping are still outstanding. Scripture Study is taught separately from the state academic standards.