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The ChallengeNursery rhymes may seem like they are just for fun. Actually, nursery rhymes are powerful and even historical! So the next time you say “Hey diddle, diddle, the cat and the fiddle,” just remember that you are laying the foundation for literacy! For this challenge, bring your favourite stories and nursery rhymes to life by making your own shadow puppets. Grab a flashlight, turn off the lights, and get ready to bring creativity to storytelling in a unique way!
Supplies
• HP DeskJet 3700 Printer• Shadow puppet printables (provided with this challenge)• Portable light source (torch light)• Paper straws, pencils, or wooden craft dowels• Black card stock• White card stock• Craft knife or scissors• Glue stick or spray adhesive• Tape
Step 2Use spray adhesive or a
glue stick to attach a sheet of black card stock to the back of
each template.
Step 3Cut out the
shapes.
Step 4Attach a handle of your choice (paper straws,
pencils or wooden craft dowels) to the back of each shadow puppet using a small piece of
tape.
Step 5It’s time to set up
the lights and start the show!
CHALLENGE
Step 1Print the shadow
puppets provided in this challenge on white or
light-colored card stock.
Challenge 3: Behind the Shadows
SHADOW PUPPETSWhat are Shadow Puppets?
Shadow puppets are figures that are placed between a light and a screen. Moving them creates the illusion of moving images on the screen. An experienced puppeteer can make figures appear
to walk, talk, fight and dance. Shadow puppetry is a popular form of entertainment in countries all over the world. In Malaysia, shadow puppet or ‘Wayang Kulit’ is a form of
traditional theatre popular in the East Coast, namely Kelantan.
Science of ShadowLight travels in straight lines. When light reaches an object, it can travel through the object if the object is transparent. It can be reflected from a shiny object or
light can be absorbed if the object is opaque. Shadows are produced when light hits an opaque object which
prevents the light beams from passing through. When an object blocks the light’s path, then darkness appears
on the other side. This darkness is called a shadow.
How it WorksShadow puppets are usually constructed in
separate pieces that are then put together with strings or wires. The strings or wires are usually
attached to long rods that the puppeteer will use to control the movement of the puppet.
Behind the Shadows - Hey Diddle, Diddle Printables
CHALLENGEChallenge 3Behind the Shadows