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What part of a lesson	Practice
Which subject	Science
What age group	Year or Grade 5
What topic	light shadow
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Practice Lesson: Exploring Light and Shadows

Objective

In this lesson practice, students will explore the relationship between light and shadows by engaging in a hands-on activity called "Shadow Art". This creative exercise will enable students to understand how light sources create shadows and explore the concept of light direction and intensity.

Materials Needed

• A bright flashlight or a lamp (with an adjustable angle)
• Various objects (toys, plants, or classroom supplies)
• Large sheets of white paper (or sticky notes)
• Markers or crayons
• A measuring tape (for measuring shadow lengths)
• A notebook or worksheet for observations

Activity Setup

1. Introduction (10 minutes):

   • Begin with a brief discussion on how shadows are formed, emphasizing the role of light sources. Ask students to share their experiences with light and shadow.
   • Pose questions like:
     • “What happens when we place an object in front of a light source?”
     • “How do shadows change throughout the day?”

2. Shadow Art Creation (20 minutes):

   • Divide Your Class into small groups of 3-4 students. Each group will work at a different station equipped with a flashlight and objects.
   • Station Instructions:
     • Step 1: Each group will choose one object to create a shadow.
     • Step 2: Shine the light on the object from different angles and distances to observe how these changes affect the size and shape of the shadow.
     • Step 3: Using the large sheets of white paper, ask students to trace the shadow shapes they see on the paper.
     • Step 4: After tracing, encourage students to decorate their traced shadows using markers or crayons to create “Shadow Art.”

3. Measurements and Observations (15 minutes):

   • After finishing their artwork, each group will measure the length of their shadow in different positions relative to the light source.
   • Have students record their findings, noting how the length and shape of the shadow changed with the distance of the light source.

4. Class Discussion (15 minutes):

   • Regroup and facilitate a discussion where each group shares their Shadow Art and findings.
   • Encourage them to reflect on questions such as:
     • “Did the shape of the shadow change when you moved the light closer or further away?”
     • “What do you think would happen if we used a different light source (like sunlight vs. a flashlight)?”

5. Wrap Up (10 minutes):

   • Conclude the practice session by summarising key concepts about how light interacts with objects to create shadows.
   • Assign a short reflection task: "Draw your favorite shadow art piece and write a few sentences about what you learned about light and shadows."

Assessment

Evaluate students based on participation in the activities, accuracy in measurements, creativity in their Shadow Art, and understanding demonstrated in their reflection task.

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This engaging practice session allows students to physically interact with concepts of light and shadows, fostering creativity and reinforcing scientific principles.