Light Shadow Self Portraits

Children stand by a wall and an educator traces their shadow. They fill the silhouette with marks and symbols.

• Framework: Reggio Emilia
• Unit: Communication & Language
• Learning area: Symbolic Expression
• Level: Ages 5-6

Materials

• Lamp or projector
• Large paper sheets
• Pencils and pens
• Tape

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