Exploring Shadows: Time Travellers of Light

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Exploring Shadows: Time Travellers of Light

Learning objective

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand how shadows change position and length throughout the day.

What do you already know about how shadows change throughout the day?

What is a Shadow?

A shadow forms when an object blocks light. The light source can be the Sun, a lamp, or a torch.

Morning Shadows

In the morning, shadows are long and stretch westward as the Sun rises in the east.

Midday Shadows

At midday, shadows are shortest because the Sun is directly overhead.

Afternoon Shadows

In the afternoon, shadows lengthen and stretch eastward as the Sun moves west.

Interactive Activity

Use a torch and objects to create shadows at different angles. Observe how they change.

Factors Affecting Shadows

Shadow size and direction depend on the light source's position and the object's distance from it.

Conclusion and Reflection

Reflect on how shadows change throughout the day. How does this affect daily activities?

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.