Calendar Systems Explained

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Calendars

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SubjectCalendars

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Lunar vs. Solar Calendar: Worksheet explaining why these holidays move dates each year.

This learning resource provides an in-depth exploration of the differences between lunar and solar calendars, detailing their historical significance, structure, and how they influence the timing of holidays. It explains the science behind each calendar type, including the solar year, its fixed-date holidays, and the nature of lunar months, which typically result in shifting celebration dates. The document includes activities that encourage students to identify holidays based on each calendar and analyze how the varying durations of lunar and solar years affect their occurrence on the Gregorian calendar. Additionally, it introduces lunisolar calendars that harmonize both solar and lunar cycles and discusses how important cultural and religious observances adapt to these systems. Such knowledge not only broadens understanding of timekeeping but also highlights the cultural significance of calendar traditions across different societies.