Shadows Worksheet

The directions explain that a shadow forms when an object blocks sunlight and note that sun height affects shadow length. Learners examine several object-and-sun arrangements and draw the shadow each would cast. This requires translating light direction into an opposite-side projection rather than copying a supplied example. A short public-domain poem also appears on the page, but shopper copy focuses on the verified science task and does not reproduce the verse.

Year groups: Years 3–5
File type: PDF
Preparation: Print ready

Updated Aug 03, 2021

Subject: Physics, Science, Reading, English
Topic: Cause and Effect, Light
Resource types: Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Preparation: Print ready

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This shadows worksheet is perfect for helping students understand how shadows are created. By illustrating the position of the sun and objects, students will gain a better understanding of how shadows are formed. This is a great resource for teachers looking to help their students learn more about shadows.

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Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

Predict shadow direction from a light source
Relate sun height to shadow length
Draw a plausible cast shadow for an object

Teaching tips

Use a flashlight and classroom object to test one diagram before drawing.
Compare morning and midday shadow length with the printed rule.

Skills covered

Light and shadow — blocked rays create a projected shape.
Directional reasoning — a shadow falls opposite the source.
Sun position — source height affects shadow length.

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Concepts & topics

Core concepts

Shadows
Light direction
Sun position

Topics

Cause and Effect Light

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