Backyard Shadow Drawing

25 mins Ages 4-9 Outdoor

A playful, screen-free adventure designed to spark curiosity, sensory exploration, and fine motor skills for kids aged 4 to 9.

Materials Needed

  • • Paper (5-10 sheets)
  • • Pencils or crayons (1 set)
  • • Toys or objects (5-6)

Pro Tips

  • → Trace toy shadows
  • → Draw at different times of day
  • → Color the shadow drawings

Safety First

No looking directly at sun.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Step 1

Place paper on ground in sunny spot.

2

Step 2

Position toys to cast shadows on paper.

3

Step 3

Trace the shadow outlines.

4

Step 4

Color and decorate the drawings.

What they are learning

Art Light and shadow Observation