Homemade Equipment Ideas

Equipment Name: Shadow Sheet

Materials Needed: 3- 8' pieces of PVC pipe.2 - PVC t's, 2PVC elbows, 1 white bed sheet, two clothes pins, PVC glue (optional) 1 overhead projector or other powerful, safe light source.

Estimated Cost: $10.00

Rationale: Children love to make shadows, follow and lead partners, and see others make shadows. This piece of equipment is available commercially for quite a bit more than the amount it would cost an individual to make it. Many motor skills and movement concepts will be practiced with enthusiasm and excitement!

Directions For Making:

Please see picture for clarification. Attach three lengths (two 8' and one 5')of pipe in a U-shape formation using two 90 degree elbows. At the ends of the 8' pieces attach two t's and attach a smaller length (30") at the end of each for a leg. Attach sheet over top of pipe with two clothes pins. Place overhead projector behind one side of the sheet about 6-10 feet back and have student perform in front of it.

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