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Printable 2nd grade science worksheet about light bulbs, how they work, Thomas Edison, and the history of lighting technology.
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Fact File: The Light Bulb

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This printable science worksheet introduces 2nd graders to the light bulb through accessible informational text. It covers who invented the light bulb (Thomas Edison), how it was made, how it works, and how light bulbs have changed over time. Useful for science reading comprehension, early-elementary non-fiction reading, or a simple introduction to electricity and inventions.

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Science
Topic:
Engineering
Grade Level:
2nd Grade
Updated September 2025

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