Lightlab: Lessons for Kids to Explore the Nature of Light and to Know Jesus

Have your kids wondered about light and related subjects? Did you also know that light is mentioned over 260 times in the Bible, often referring to Jesus as the light of the world? Would you like to explain the concepts on light as well as present the truth about God as the creator of light and our redeemer?

Lightlab is an ideal book for children between ages 8 and 11 to teach them about the nature of light and Jesus as the light of the world. It consists of twelve lessons on the characteristics of light, with engaging hands-on activities and Bible studies.

Throughout the book, the ideas of light science and Christianity are sequential and build on the previous chapter to maintain continuity. Children will learn about light sources and their electromagnetic nature, the ways light travels, shadow formations, reflection and refraction, the colors of light, and more. An addition: They will also enjoy much history and various glimpses from the lives of scientists Michael Faraday and James Maxwell, who were devout Christians. 

The Bible studies revolve around God as the Creator and His plan for mankind through Christ Jesus. They explain our sinful nature and our need for a relationship with God. They emphasize the importance of reading God's Word to know who He is, how He wants us to live, and how we can enlarge His kingdom by being salt and light so the whole world will know that He is Lord.

Suzanne O. Shera earned degrees in Physics and Optical Engineering, and has worked in research for eight years. After her devotion to motherhood, she has been teaching math and science part-time to various age groups. She has served in ministries such as AWANA and other christian outreach programs.

Her latest passion is to spread the Gospel message to children, and teaching them about light is a powerful tool. Light is mentioned in the Bible hundreds of times, beginning with Genesis 1:3 until Revelation 22:5. Therefore, Suzanne’s desire is to reveal that just as light is indispensable to the survival of mankind on Earth, Jesus is essential to our relationship with our Father in Heaven.

She lives with her husband David in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, and they have two children. In her spare time, she likes to travel, cook, and play games with family and friends.