Flash light activities for preschool

Learn about the properties of light with a quick, simple set of light science experiments for kids to do at home. You already have all the supplies!

Light up their imaginations like the starry night sky! All you need to turn a regular flashlight into a glowing display is black construction paper, cupcake liners from Publix, rubber bands, a glue stick, scissors, and a star-shaped hole punch. It is the perfect five-minute craft to create hours of fun adventures. #flashlight

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Encourage learning through play with these STEM preschool activities using a flashlight and colors! Give kids the chance to explore on their own for fun!

Pick items from around the room eg. plate, cup, paper, cardboard & shine light through it to "experiment" for Light Thematic Unit.

My sons are obsessed with science experiments right now. I figure what better time to do a little experimenting with light than around Groundhog Day, right? Light is one of eight forms of energy. The other forms are heat, sound, chemical energy, magnetic, nuclear, electromagnetic, and mechanical. Light energy activities are fun and easy to do! Here are a few light energy experiments for kids that you will enjoy!

Over 15 fun light table learning activities for toddlers and preschoolers! Engaging ways to learn using your light box!

Colour on zip lock bag with sharpies. Then put black construction paper in the ziplock bag. Cut out a flash light and “light” with white paper. Place in ziplock bag and slide around.