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Is it possible to become invisible?

From Mystery Doug

Is it possible to become invisible?
8 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thScience
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "Is it possible to become invisible?" -- and follows the clues. True invisibility is nearly impossible -- light would have to bend all the way around you, and we can't really do that yet. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "Is it possible to become invisible?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about invisible, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: invisible, light, bend.

Try it: Explain the answer to "Is it possible to become invisible?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.