Nothing Sticks Like a Shadow<\/a> written by Ann Tompert, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger<\/p>\n This is a fun book for children to read!\u00a0 Woodchuck bets Rabbit his hat that Rabbit will not be able to escape his shadow.\u00a0 Rabbit spends all day trying to get away, but has no luck.\u00a0 It is not until night falls and the moon moves behind a cloud that Rabbits shadow disappears and he wins the bet!<\/p>\n Shadows and Relections<\/a> written and illustrated by Tana Hoban<\/p>\n Tana Hoban uses a series of photographs to allow children to explore shadows and reflections.\u00a0 The beautiful photographs will provoke both discussion and questions from young children.<\/p>\n What Makes a Shadow?<\/a> written by Clyde Roberta Bulla, illustrated by June Otani<\/p>\n This book is part of the Lets-Read-and-Find-Out series by Harper Collins.\u00a0 It is written for kindergarten aged children, so it is right on their comprehension level. \u00a0 What Makes a Shadow?<\/em> teaches children how shadows are made and even goes into an explanation of night and day.<\/p>\n Guess Whose Shadow?<\/a> written by Stephen R. Swinburne<\/p>\n Stephen Swilburnes’ book of photographs show children that everything has a shadow.\u00a0 The book invites children to guess what made the shadow, with the answer given on the next page!<\/p>\n Light: Shadows, Mirrors, and Rainbows\u00a0<\/a> written by Natalie M. Rosinsky, illustrated by Sheree Boyd<\/p>\n This book is part of the Amazing Science series by Picture Window Books.\u00a0 This is written as a science concept book, but it is written clearly and concisely on the kindergarten level.\u00a0 This book not only discusses shadows but light as a whole, making it a great addition to any units on light.<\/p>\n Interactive Student Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n Additional Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n The Virginia Standards of Learning include shadows in the kindergarten science curriculum.\u00a0 In kindergarten students are expected to learn that shadows occur by blocking light.\u00a0 Shadows can be fun to learn about and play with.\u00a0 Here are some great resources … Continue reading ![\"0395479509.gif\"](\"https:\/\/blog.richmond.edu\/openwidelookinside\/files\/2010\/10\/0395479509.gif\")
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