Worksheet

The Sun's Path

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Starting with questions about the tilt of the Earth and apparent motion of the sun, a learning exercise provides instructions on how to figure the paths of the Sun on certain dates. Learners answer three more questions, complete with details about shadow lengths and hours of daylight.

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Classroom Considerations
  • Requires materials for implementation, including an external protractor and clear plastic domes
  • The third page is blank so it can be used as scratch paper
Pros
  • Provide diagrams that learners can use to sketch and help their calculations
Cons
  • None