Shadow size: plan
I can make a plan to investigate how the size of shadows can change.
Shadow size: plan
I can make a plan to investigate how the size of shadows can change.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Shadows are formed when the light from a light source is blocked by an object.
- The size of a shadow changes depending on the distance of an object from the light source.
- Scientists ask questions and then plan how to carry out the right type of investigation to find answers.
- A fair test investigation is when only one thing is changed and another is measured. All other things are kept the same.
Keywords
Shadow - A shadow is a dark shape that is formed when an object blocks a source of light.
Light source - Something that is a light source produces its own light.
Object - An object is something you can touch but something that is not usually a living thing.
Distance - Distance is how far away something is or how far an object has travelled.
Common misconception
The size of a shadow does not change.
Explanation of how the size of shadows can be changed.
Equipment
Torches, variety of objects to make shadows, e.g. book, pencil, ruler.
Content guidance
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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