“Shadows” explained in 4 pictures
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Young children understand that shadows are made when light is blocked by an object, and that their direction, shape, and length can change
💬 What Is a Shadow?
A shadow is a place that looks dark. When light hits an object, a shadow appears behind it. Balls have shadows, and people have shadows too.
🤔 In this picture, where is the shadow?
💬 Shadows Appear on the Opposite Side of the Light
When light comes from the right, the shadow appears on the left. When light comes from the left, the shadow appears on the right. A shadow appears on the opposite side of the light.
🤔 If you move the flashlight, which way will the shadow move?
💬 Let's Look at the Shapes of Shadows
The shadow of a round object looks round. The shadow of a square object looks square. The shape of a shadow is similar to the shape of the object.
🤔 If you open your hand, what shape will the shadow be?
💬 The Length of a Shadow Changes
When the sun is high, the shadow looks short. When the sun is low, the shadow looks long. A shadow's length is not always the same.
🤔 Look at your own shadow in the morning or evening. Is it long or short?