We are able to see a rainbow when the Sun shines on rain drops in the sky. When you see a rainbow, the Sun is behind you. These interesting facts about this topic can be discovered in Rainbows, a Looking at the Sky book.

Text and color illustrations present basic explanations of how shadows, reflections, and rainbows are created. Also includes experiments, a glossary, and a further-reading list.

Examines a study of the sky, where rainbows form and many other unique facts about them.

This book explains the differences between transparent, translucent, and opaque objects and discusses how dark and light shadows are made.

Find out how light and sound move. Why can't astronauts hear each other in space? What is sonar? Why do cats see well in low light? Includes simple activities or experiments to try.

"Sunrises and lightning storms, rainbows and volcanoes, meteors and fireflies--these beautiful, and sometimes frightening, events that light up the sky might seem like magic. But there is a scientific explanation for each natural phenomenon. Find out the science behind the magic in this beautiful and enlightening nonfiction picture book"--Provided by the publisher.

This Duck and That Duck get along swimmingly. But sometimes two ducks just aren't enough. especially when you want to waddle in a line. On a bright sunny day, This Duck and That Duck gaze into the clear water of their pond and discover, to their surprise and delight ... The Other Ducks. But what happens when the days turn cloudy and gray?"--Page 2 of cover.

Presents activities that demonstrate how light works in our everyday lives. History boxes feature the scientists who made significant discoveries in the field of light.

People use light. Animals use light. Plants use light too! Text and photographs explain why light is important to living things and how light is used.

"Light is all around us and comes in many different forms. Some things give off their own light, while other things can only be seen if light shines on them. This title includes science and reading activities and a word list"--