Since you are specifically in need of light lessons for in-school and 2nd graders try a web search using the terms 2nd grade light lessons or curriculum or activities here is one result _http://www.instructorweb.com/lesson/light.asp_ (http://www.instructorweb.com/lesson/light.asp) be sure what you design fits the local school requirements --- your state curriculum guides maybe online or ask the state dept of ed for a copy via email? Ask to see a copy of the appropriate text book? Perhaps ask a 2nd grade teacher/ or the district curriculum coordinator? or science dept head? Always go through the Superintendent and principals to arrange school contacts,. Maybe also ask the elem school librarians? --- what equip do they have on the topic? Media or? Best wishes, Barbara Hass, retired librarian (K - 12) **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).