Create your own shadow theatre in this sensory resource created by Kate Leiper to accompany the book Afraid of the Dark by Lucy Farfort and Isabel Otter. This activity uses light and shadow to create a wonderful sensory experience for children that builds on communication and social skills whilst encouraging manual dexterity and imagination.

Level:
Suitable for all ages including those with additional support needs.

Explore themes of:
√ Shadow and light √  Storytelling √  Imagination √  Exploring senses

Subject Checklist:
√ Creative Arts  √  Health and Wellbeing

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Download the resources:

A-Ticket-to-the-Shadow-Theatre-Created-by-Kate-Leiper PDF

A-Ticket-to-the-Shadow-Theatre-Created-by-Kate-Leiper Word Doc

Watch the videos below to accompany the resource pack:

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