This book looks at how shadows are created. Test which materials block light are opaque let some light through are translucent and let most light through are transparent. Look at how you can make animal shadows using your hands. You can make a sundial to explore how shadows can change depending on the position of the Sun.

Author Biography

Louise Spilsbury is an experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. Her writing covers a wide range of topics from animals and science to history and social studies. Richard Spilsbury is an experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. He has written about a wide range of topics including science, nature, and history.