Science5-6 yrs15 min

Sunny Day Shadow Play

Trace shadows outside and compare how they change when bodies move.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1. Stand in the sun and trace your child’s shadow together.
  2. 2. Move to a new pose and compare the long and short parts of each shadow.
  3. 3. Talk about where the sun is and why the shape changed.
Adventure Clock ⏱️
15:00

Required Materials

  • 🎨 Chalk
  • 🎨 Sunny sidewalk
  • 🎨 Hat

Printable companion

This play guide matches a downloadable learning worksheet bundle!

Sunny Day Shadow Play | TinyTotLot