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In this activity, learners explore color, light and shadow by creating their own puppets to hold in front of a light source. Learners create the puppets using pre-cut black construction paper shapes and filling the holes with tissue paper/cellophane. Use this activity to introduce early learners to shadows, transparency, translucency, and opaqueness. This resource includes discussion questions for learner reflection.
- 45 to 60 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $10 - $20 per group of students
- Ages 4 - 6
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Scissors
- Black construction paper
- Tissue paper
- Colored cellophane
- Popsicle sticks
- Glue sticks
- Flashlights or projector
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Human Senses and Perception
- Vision
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Human Senses and Perception
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Physical Sciences
- Vibration and Waves
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Light and Optics
- Reflection and Refraction
- Sunlight and Color
- Structure and Properties of Matter
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- About Inquiry
- Asking Questions
- Conducting Investigations
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The Scientific Process
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Invention and Innovation
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Links STEM to other topics of interest such as arts and humanities
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, OMSI, 2004