Understanding Shadows and Light Effects

The video explores the concept of shadows through a story, activities, and poetry. It begins with a reading of 'Moonbear's Shadow', illustrating how shadows interact with light. The video then guides viewers through a shadow mapping activity, explaining how shadows change with the sun's position due to Earth's rotation. It also includes an exploration of light and shadow using various objects, encouraging observation and experimentation. Finally, the video concludes with a poetry corner, featuring poems about shadows, fostering creativity and imagination.

What was Bear's initial reaction when his shadow scared the fish away?

• He decided to get rid of it.

• He ignored it.

• He laughed at it.

• He tried to talk to it.

How did Bear finally come to terms with his shadow?

• He hid from it.

• He buried it.

• He made a deal with it.

• He ignored it.

What is the purpose of shadow mapping?

• To create art with shadows.

• To understand the movement of the Earth and Sun.

• To measure the size of objects.

• To predict weather patterns.

What materials are suggested for shadow mapping?

• Metal and chalk.

• Plastic sheets and paint.

• Card stock and a marker.

• Regular paper and pencil.

What is the significance of the sun's position in shadow mapping?

• It makes the shadow disappear.

• It determines the color of the shadow.

• It affects the length and direction of the shadow.

• It changes the shape of the object.

What can you use to create interesting shadow and light effects?

• A candle.

• A flashlight.

• A mirror.

• A magnifying glass.

What happens when light passes through the chili oil bottle?

• It creates a combination of light and shadow.

• It creates a single color shadow.

• It creates a regular shadow.

• It creates a rainbow.

What is a key observation from shadow and light play?

• Light always passes through objects.

• Shadows are always darker than light.

• Light and shadow can create complex patterns.

• Shadows are always the same size.

What is the theme of the poem 'My Shadow' by CJ Hick?

• The shadow's love for the sun.

• The shadow's fear of rain.

• The shadow's dislike for the moon.

• The shadow's adventures at night.

What does the poem 'Shadow Show' by Amy Ludwig Van der Water describe?

• Making shadow puppets on the wall.

• Chasing shadows in the park.

• Playing with shadows in the garden.

• Drawing shadows on paper.