Exploring Shadows and Earth's Rotation

Ashley·

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Modify these questions for a 1st grade reading level : When you walk outside in the morning, you notice a shadow on the ground from a tree in your yard. When you get home in the afternoon, you notice the shadow is in a different place. Why did the shadow move? 2. Does everyone on Earth experience night at the same time? Why or why not? 3. If Earth rotated at a greater speed on its axis, what would happen to the length of each day on Earth?

This resource explores the concept of shadows and the movement of the sun throughout the day. It includes activities that allow students to draw shadows at different times (morning and afternoon), understand the reasons behind the movement of shadows, and learn about day and night around the world. Additionally, it touches upon the Earth's rotation and how varying spinning speeds affect the length of the day. Engaging questions and drawing tasks enhance understanding of these concepts while emphasizing the relationship between the sun, shadows, and Earth’s rotation.