Light Panel - Who? What? When? Where? Why? How?

A light panel is an illuminated board.  (There are also light boxes and light tables - same concept, just different construction.)  Light panels have tons and tons of uses and bring an added dimension to play – LIGHT!  They are a fabulous way to optimize sensory play (and even academic endeavors - for older children)....and did you know that light can be therapeutic for some children?  Oh yes!!  Here is our article, published in an online magazine that shows the endless activities and fun a light panel can bring - 

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Rhythm of The Home

 Light table in our playroom.  Light table accessories hanging on pegboard.

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Click HERE for great light panel activities!

A light panel is fun for all ages!

We have had our light panel since my son was born (for 3 years).  Here he is exploring on it as an infant.

This is RLs youngest daughter as an infant exploring and learning the color green on their light panel.  

 This is the homemade light box AB made for her daughter.  Clear bin and Christmas lights - simple.  You can add some parchment paper to the inside of the lid to distribute the light more evenly.

Everyone can enjoy a light panel/box/table.   
Click HERE to see some you can purchase. 
Click HERE to see a do it yourself version. 

Also check out our pinterest page for more inspiration.

- AK (MESE, MECD)

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