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Ever wonder why some sunny days are warm while others are cold? Depending on the season of the year, a sunny day can mean “Surf’s up, so let’s go to the beach!” or “Get on your snow gear, we’re heading to the hills for some skiing!” A sunny day is no guarantee that the air will be warm and toasty. Let Kid Scoop help your weather watcher understand why the tilt of the earth on its axis makes a difference! A simple experiment on direct and indirect sunlight introduces scholars to the joy of scientific discovery. Taking notes in a Scientist Notebook provides actual field experience. Your youngster will have all the answers by the next sunny day on the calendar!
In this issue weather watchers will:
- Read expository text about weather and the earth
- Conduct a simple experiment
- Record scientific observations
- Locate sun-dependent things in the news
- Solve a Sun Spot Mystery
- Use the newspaper to discover who needs to care about the weather
- Write a winter poem
- Learn how to look for cause and effect in the news
6 page PDF
