Earth's Movements

#1

100

Demonstrate Earth's Rotation

(Student should spin as if they have an axis)

200

True or False: The sun and stars move around the Earth.

False! Earth's Rotation makes it look like they are changing positions in the sky.

300

True or False: No matter where you are on the planet, Earth's rotation makes it look like every star in the sky is moving.

False! Depending on where the star is located, it might look like it is staying in one spot even though the Earth is rotating.

#2

100

How long is 1 Earth rotation?

24 hrs (1 day)

200

Why does it look like the sun is rising and setting every day? 

Earth is rotating

300

Many tourists visit Florida because of the space program.  What does that mean for Florida's economy?

More tourists means more money being spent at restaurants, stores, hotels, and so on.

#3

100

How long is 1 Earth revolution?

365 days (1 year)

200

Oh no!  The Earth stopped rotating around its own axis!  What's going to happen?

One side of the Earth will always face the sun (daytime) and the other side will always face away from the sun (nighttime)

300

How has the space program helped Florida’s economy? (Name at least 3 examples)

- Newer technology

- More people visiting (tourists)

- New jobs for residents

- A need to build more schools and universities

#4

100

Demonstrate a Revolution

(Student should walk around an object)

200

Why is the force of gravity important to Earth's revolution?

It keeps Earth from not moving away from the sun or getting closer to the sun.

300

True of False: The technology found in NASA's astronaut helmets have led to the strong plastic used in bike helmets.

True!

#5

100

True or False: Earth's Revolution causes day and night

False! Earth's rotation is the cause of day and night.

200

Demonstrate the way the Sun and Earth move during a full year. 

(A student playing Earth should walk around a student playing the Sun in a full circle.)

300

The technology from NASA's space program has allowed people to get much faster information on current weather conditions. Why is this a benefit for people living in Florida?

People can get early warnings of upcoming weather events.