This video is answering the question of how do we see colours.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it
You see colors because objects reflect certain colors of light. For example, a blue bike absorbs all colors except blue, which gets reflected. This is why the bike appears blue.
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Some activities you can do with your child now
- Explore objects of different colors and ask your child to identify which colors are being reflected and absorbed. - Create a color scavenger hunt where your child has to find objects that match the colors discussed in the video. - Conduct a simple science experiment by placing different colored objects under different lighting conditions to observe how the colors change. - Encourage your child to draw or paint their own colorful pictures, using their new knowledge of how colors are seen.
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Pretend play with your child
Game Name: Color Reflections Game Instructions: Play a game of "Color Reflections" with your child by finding objects around the house and identifying the colors they reflect. Explain that objects appear a certain color because they absorb all colors except the one they reflect. For example, find a blue object and explain that it reflects blue light while absorbing all other colors. Have fun exploring the colors of different objects together!
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1 take away from the video for your child
"Appearances can be deceiving. The color we see may not always be the true color of an object. It's important to look beyond the surface and understand the science of colors."