Activity
Head outside on a sunny day to play shadow tag—tag each other’s shadows to freeze and unfreeze players. Look around—do other things make shadows? Buildings, trees, or plants?
Add a fun twist by moving like different animals and watching how the shadows change. How does a squirrel move? How does a bird move? How does a caterpillar move? Do those movements change the shadows?
Materials
For this activity, all you need is a sunny day! Extend the exploration by using sidewalk chalk to have children trace each other's shadows.
Skill Building
This playful activity builds coordination, encourages creative movement, and helps kids anticipate and respond to others’ actions. Making outdoor play fun supports healthy habits and physical development.
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