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This is an object in the sky that gives off its own light.
star
the star closest to the earth
sun
a large ball of rock that circles the earth
moon
True or false: All stars in a constellation are the same distance away from Earth
What is false?
This is a type of scientist who studies the stars and planets
astronomer
What causes the sun to seem to move in patterns?
Earth's rotation and revolution. (Earth's movement.)
noon
How many times does the sun seem to rise in one week? (hint - There are 7 days in a week.)
7
Why can't you see the dog star in the summer?
What is the star is up at the same time as the sun
What season is the best to see the dog star?
Winter
In nature things happen over and over again. This is a _______.
pattern
Which object can be seen in the night sky?
stars and constellation
The stars look the same in the sky in both winter and summer. Is this true or false?
False
Does the sun move?
No
The sun is a star. True or false?
True
This is the Earth's complete trip around the Sun, and it takes 365 days.
orbit
In our classroom model of Earth's orbit, this specific feature on your face represents a real mountain location on Earth.
What is your nose
Shadows are shortest at this time of day.
Noon
A clock that uses shadows to tell time
What is a shadow clock or sundial?
all claims need?
What is evidence
What makes it seem like the stars are moving across the night sky?
Earth rotating on its axis.
something that repeats over and over
what is a pattern?
a force that is constantly pulling down on you
What is gravity?
This causes day and night.
Earth's rotation on its axis.
The northern half of the Earth gets more direct sunlight in this month.
June