Mirror Mystery Table of Contents
OpenSciEd Unit 6.1 Physical Science
Light, Energy & Matter
Interactive Science Notebook • Table of Contents & Unit Tracker
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Anchoring Phenomenon Question
Why do we sometimes see different things when looking at the same object?
Case Study: The One-Way Mirror
Investigation Sequence Log
Record page numbers and date when each investigation is stamped/completed.
| Les. # | Investigation Driving Question & Focus | Key Target Concept | Notebook Page(s) | Done |
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| L 1 | | | | |
| What makes the music room mirror so unusual? | | | | |
Observing the one-way mirror, noticing/wondering, establishing DQB.
| Phenomenon & Initial Models | | |
| L 2 |
What happens when light shines on different materials?
Testing clear glass, mirrors, cardstock, and one-way mirror film with flashlights.
| Light Paths: Bounce vs. Pass | | |
| L 3 |
How much light bounces off vs. goes through?
Using light meters (lux) to measure reflection and transmission quantitatively.
| Transmit, Reflect, Absorb | | |
| L 4 |
How does light allow our eyes to see an object?
Modeling the sight pathway: light source → object → eye sensor → brain.
| Light Detection & The Eye | | |
| L 5 |
Why does lighting on each side matter so much?
Testing dark vs. lit rooms; discovering differential light intensity rules.
| Differential Light Levels | | |
| L 6 |
How can we explain the one-way mirror mystery?
Combining our evidence to construct the class Consensus Model and written explanation.
| Unit Consensus Model | | |
| L 7 |
Does this explain other everyday glass mysteries?
Transferring models to tinted car windows, office glass at night, and bird-safe windows.
| Transfer & Application | | |
Model Revision Milestones
Track your explanatory models as new evidence changes your thinking:
Model 1: Initial Ideas
Page: ______
Model 2: Mid-Unit Revision
Page: ______
Model 3: Final Consensus
Page: ______
Key Science Words Checklist
Check each term when you can explain it using your own evidence:
Light Source Reflect (Bounce) Transmit (Pass) Absorb (Take in) Sensor / Eye Light Intensity (Lux) One-Way Mirror Differential Light
Keep this sheet taped or glued to the inside front cover of your science notebook.
OpenSciEd Grade 6 • Unit 6.1 Light & Matter