We recently celebrated the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. In honor of the official beginning of summer, we’re sharing some neat shadow activities you can do at home with your children. These are a great excuse to get outside and enjoy the sunshine! But first… As always, let’s get into the STEAM spirit with a good book.
Our June recommendation is Summer A Solstice Story, by Kelsey E. Gross. The book follows forest animals as they gather for the solstice. Guided by Owl, friends like Squirrel, Raccoon, and Deer exchange gifts of love and light to wish their young ones a bright, joyful future and explore the wonders of nature.
Now that you’re fully immersed in the magic of sun and shadows, it’s time to head outside for some shadow art! You can make shadow art any time of day – in fact, it might be neat to do these projects when the sun is in different positions so your child can observe how the shadows change!
Shadow art is easy and fun, and can be made with just about anything, like toys, sculptures made of play dough or aluminum foil, nature, and even your own shadow! As long as you have paper and art supplies, you’re never lacking in shadowy subject matter!
Click here for shadow art inspiration from kidsactivities.com!
As always, be as creative as you want, and have lots of fun learning together!