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Teaching Through Trade Books: Seasons by the Sun


By: Meri-Lyn Stark

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Type of Product:Journal Article
Publication Title:Science and Children
Publication Date:7/1/2005
Pages:3
Grade Level:Elementary School, Middle School
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Description

Understanding the Sun has challenged people since ancient times. Mythology from the Greek, Inuit, and Inca cultures attempted to explain the daily appearance and nightly disappearance of the sun by relating it to a chariot racing across the sky. While people no longer believe the Sun is a chariot racing across the sky, teachers are still challenged to help children develop accurate understandings about the Sun and the "reasons" for the seasons. This article offers suggested activities.

Ideas For Use

This article provides resources for understanding the sun and the seasons.

Additional Info

Science Discipline: (mouse over for full classification)
Seasons
Asking questions
Collecting data
Communicating
Modeling
Climate
Intended User Role:Elementary-Level Educator, Learner, Middle-Level Educator, Teacher
Educational Issues:Curriculum, Inquiry learning, Instructional materials

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Resource Format:application/pdf
Size:143 KB
Requirements:Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader


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  • Earth Science
    • Changes in earth and sky
      • Weather changes from day to day and over the seasons.
      • Objects in the sky have patterns of movement.
  • Teaching Standards
    • Teachers provide students with the time, space, and resources needed to learn science.
      • Make the available science tools, materials, media, and technological resources accessible to students.


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