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Virtual Family STEAM program explore shadows!
Explore the characteristics of light and shadow, hunt for shadows in their environment, and create shadows with a variety of objects. This event is being held on WebEx. After you register you will receive an invitation to join the meeting. The program is most appropriate for families with preschoolers and elementary age kids.
You will need to gather some common items from your home: flashlight, white board or wall or light-colored sheet for creating shadows. Small plastic animals and blocks will also be useful. Items that are translucent, like wax paper, or bubble wrap or milk jugs. items that are transparent such as clear plastic cups, take-out containers or document covers Item that are reflective items such as mirrors, aluminum foil, DVDs or metal spoons. Finally, items that are non-reflective such as fabric, cardboard or Styrofoam.
These items will help to make this a hands-on experience and more meaningful, but is not required.