![]() ![]() Where should we hold the flashlight so Moonbear’s shadow is behind him? Have the class offer suggestions, then let a volunteer use the flashlight to try the suggestion out. Remind children that at the end of the story, Moonbear’s shadow did not fall on the pond.Support our Mission Critical fund today and help us continue to inspire. Does the bear’s shadow appear on the pond? If not, let a child demonstrate how to correct this. Join us for Story Time with Haven Haven is reading Moonbears Shadow by Frank Asch. Where should we hold the flashlight so that Moonbear’s shadow appears on the pond? After the class offers suggestions, turn the flashlight ON and try the suggestion out. ![]()
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