The Seasons
What are the 4 seasons?
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
When the sun is closest to us, is it warm or cold?
Warm.
If the sun is shining, we know it is...
daytime.
What creates a shadow?
When something block's the sun's rays.
What clothes do you wear in Spring?
Raincoat, rainboots, sneakers, light jacket, sweater, jeans.
What is the temperature like in the winter?
Cold, snowy, sunny, icy, cloudy.
What season does the sun shine the least?
Winter
If the sun is not shining, it is...
night time
Do you need sunlight to create shadows?
What changes do plants and animals make in the spring?
Trees bud, flowers start to grow, animals start to have babies,
What changes do make to your home during the summer?
Turn on the AC or fan, plant gardens, mow the lawn.
What season does the sun shine the most?
Summer
If the sun is shining in Canada, is it also shining in India?
No
Can you create a shadow when it's raining?
Not outside. Inside, you can use a flashlight.
What changes do animals and plants make in the summer?
Shed their fur, become more active, insects come out, pick berries, grow food.
Which months are in Spring?
March, April, and May.
Is the sun a planet?
No, it's a star.
How do shadows change in a day?
Long in morning and afternoon, shorter at noon.
What changes do animals make during the winter?
Some migrate or hibernate. Others grow thick fur.
What is a cycle?
A cycle is a sequence that keeps repeating.
List 4 ways we can protect ourselves from the sun.
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, shade, water, long sleeve clothing.
What do you call an animal that sleeps during the day, and comes out at night?
Nocturnal.
Why do shadows change?
They change as the Earth moves on its axis.
What changes do animals and plants make in the fall?
Store food, pumpkins and corn grow, start to grow a winter fur.