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Fine Arts & Science Class - Light and Shadow

The Provocation: A projector was set up on the floor of the classroom. Fabrics, objects, markers, paper and music were provided.

The Purpose: - To inspire, explore and encourage experimentation with light, objects and color
                        - To create awareness of reflection, light and shadow
 
The Observation: The children eagerly tried out their ideas with movement of their own bodies and shadows, which progressed to other solids. They noted that light did go through glass, plastic and cellophane but not their bodies, pencils or markers. They observed the changes in the shadows when objects were moved either closer to or further away from the light. Conversation abounded with “Watch this,” “It’s really big now!” and “I think I can draw this.” The light was turned and patterns appeared on the ceiling and then progressed to the floor.

Conclusion and Reflection: A very successful activity for both children and teachers. The children collaborated with each other in experimenting, drawing, adding materials and working with the objects and colors in different ways. Perhaps the next steps are outdoor shadows and discovering what happens in the sunshine?



Creating and experimenting with small, medium and large shadows.
 
Draping fabric to create shadow.

Adding colour and design
 
On the ceiling with fingers
 
Adding more objects, the children create a beautiful floor design.
 
~Joanne


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