Investigation – Light: Noticing and Exploring Shadows

Investigation – Light: Noticing and Exploring Shadows

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Science

Cross-cutting Concepts

Cause and Effect

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Foundational
Expanding

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Suggested AdaptationS

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Description

Create shadows with a light source, a backdrop, and objects to create shadows for children explore how shadows are made.

Interactive Lesson

Environment

Make the room darker so shadows are more visible.

Materials

  • Provide magnet or Velcro wristbands to hold objects for shadows.
  • Use larger objects/place objects closer to light source to make shadows larger.

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