Why does the Sun "rise" in the East and set in the West?
Why does summer in North America begin on June 21st?
And why does North America have four distinct seasons, while the Poles are always cold and the Equator is one continuous summer?
In this video, what makes day and night.... and the real reason for the seasons.
How sun and seasons create different global climate zones... and longitude and latitude: those aren't just lines on a map, but your address on the surface of our planet, and an indication of the climate you'll likely experience.
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EDUCATORS-check out national and state STANDARDS you can target through the use of this video, the hands-on ACTIVITIES suggested to accompany it, and the RESOURCES to expand upon it. Also, check out VIDEO for background materials, already available, or coming soon.
STUDENTS-use RESOURCES to learn more, and check back soon for interactive learning games and materials.
PARENTS AND OTHERS: Home Schoolers are invited to follow EDUCATOR links, and all are invited to use RESOURCES to explore some of the most interesting, accurate and informative materials on the Web.
