Shadow Chasers

Running Press

Written and Illustrated by Elly MacKay

2014

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Once evening paints the summer sky, shadows will come out to play. You must move fast, because as quickly as the wind blows, the shadows will be on their way.

Chasing after our hopes and dreams may take many tries before we finally catch them. This magical nighttime story shows that the journey is just as remarkable as the destination.

"Intriguing illustrations draw readers into a meditation on shadows...Playful and more than just a little mysterious, like a shadow-puppet play in full colour.”
--Kirkus Reviews

"Paper theatre, light-box illustration, illuminated papercraft - call it what you will, the images that Elly MacKay creates using paper, pen-and-ink figures, an open-sided 'theatre,' and the manipulation of light are stunning."
--Quill & Quire

Shadow Chasers Activity - Shadow Puppets

Did you know there are hidden animals throughout the pages of Shadow Chasers? Look behind the two girls running and you will see a deer and bird. See how many you can find and follow up with this activity.

• To make shadow puppets you can use any thick paper. We used black cardstock.

• We drew animals and cut them out.

• Some children made 2 piece animals that hinged in the middle with a brass fastener.

• We pulled paper clips into L shapes and attached one side to the animal and one side to a popsicle stick.

• We hung a sheet over a table and played with our shadow puppets.

• Just a note to be careful with your light source. If working with kids, create a perimeter around the light or give them flashlights. Have fun!