The Sun
The Planets
The Solar System
Weather
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What is the Sun?
The Sun is a star.
100
Can you name the inner planets of our solar system?
Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.
100
Why does the Sun appear brighter than other stars?
Because the Sun is much closer to Earth than other stars
100
How does weather affect animals?
Animals may migrate, hibernate
200
What direction does the Sun rise from?
What direction does the Sun set in?
The Sun rises in the east. The Sun sets in the west.
200
Can you name the outer planets of our solar system?
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.
200
What causes day and night on Earth?
Earth's rotation on its axis
200
How does weather affect plants?
Plants may grow or wilt depending on the weather.
300
How does the amount of daylight change throughout the year?
There is more daylight in the summer and less daylight in the winter.
300
What causes the different seasons on Earth?
Earth's tilt and its orbit around the Sun.
300
How does weather affect human activities?
Weather can determine what clothes we wear, activities we do, and how we travel.
400
What happens to shadows throughout the day?
Shadows change in length and direction as the Sun moves across the sky
400
What direction does gravity pull objects on Earth?
Downward, towards the center of the Earth
500
How can you use the Sun to determine directions?
By knowing that the Sun rises in the east and sets in the west, you can figure out the other directions.
500
Why is the Sun important for life on Earth?
The Sun provides light and heat, which are essential for plants, animals, and humans.