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Light comes from sources of light, which are things that make light, just like how your favorite toy makes noise when you press a button.

Imagine you're in a dark room, and all of a sudden, you turn on a lamp. Boom! The room is bright because the lamp is a source of light. Now imagine you're outside on a sunny day. The sun is also a source of light, just like the lamp, but it’s way bigger and much farther away.

Some Sources Are Like Fire

A candle, a flashlight, or even a fire in the fireplace are all sources of light too. They work like tiny suns. When you light a match, it starts to shine because it has fire, which is hot and gives off light, just like when you burn your toast.

Some Sources Are Like Tiny Lanterns

A bulb inside a lamp or a glowing nightlight is also a source of light. It's like having a tiny lantern inside the lamp that shines all around, making everything visible.

So, next time you see something bright, remember, it’s because there's a source of light working hard to make it happen! Light comes from sources of light, which are things that make light, just like how your favorite toy makes noise when you press a button.

Imagine you're in a dark room, and all of a sudden, you turn on a lamp. Boom! The room is bright because the lamp is a source of light. Now imagine you're outside on a sunny day. The sun is also a source of light, just like the lamp, but it’s way bigger and much farther away.

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  1. A candle burns and gives off light, just like the sun.
  2. A lamp turns on when you flip a switch, creating light in your room.
  3. Fireflies glow in the dark because of their own special kind of light.

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