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Author
Hannah
Subject
Earth Science
Week 5: Light, Darkness, and Arctic Seasons Slide 1: Welcome Back, Polar Explorers! Welcome back to Polar Quest! So far, we have explored: Ice and water Animal adaptations Arctic ecosystems Today, we will discover something amazing: ☀️ Why the Arctic has long days and long nights Slide 2: Today’s Mission By the end of today’s class, you will: Learn why the Arctic has months of daylight or darkness Explore how Earth’s tilt affects seasons Build a light and shadow model Listen to a tra...
This teacher guide focuses on the unique seasonal phenomena in the Arctic, specifically the concepts of the Midnight Sun and Polar Night. It includes a hands-on activity where students use flashlights and spheres to model Earth's tilt and its effect on sunlight exposure in different seasons. The lesson aims to deepen students' understanding of Earth's axial tilt, explore how it creates varying daylight patterns, and connect with traditional Arctic storytelling to enrich cultural perspectives on these natural occurrences. Key vocabulary includes axis, tilt, Midnight Sun, and Polar Night, alongside discussions on how Arctic flora and fauna adapt to these extreme seasonal changes.