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Seasons are different times of the year called spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Each season has its own special weather and changes in nature. For example, the days can be longer or shorter, and it can be warmer or colder. You might also see different plants and animals during each season.
The Earth is like a big ball that goes around the Sun. But it doesn’t spin straight up and down; it is tilted a little bit. This tilt is why we have seasons.
The Earth is divided into two parts by an imaginary line called the equator. These parts are called the northern hemisphere and the southern hemisphere. As the Earth moves around the Sun, the part that is tilted towards the Sun gets more sunlight, while the part tilted away gets less.
In summer, the part of the Earth where you live is tilted towards the Sun. This means it gets lots of sunlight, making it warm and sunny. People like to swim, play outside, and have barbecues during summer.
In winter, the part of the Earth where you live is tilted away from the Sun. This means there is less sunlight, making it cold and sometimes snowy. People wear warm clothes and enjoy activities like ice skating, skiing, and building snowmen.
In spring and autumn, the Earth’s tilt is not as strong, so the weather is milder. In spring, people enjoy planting gardens, flying kites, and going on nature walks. In autumn, people like to pick apples, carve pumpkins, and go on hayrides.
Did you know that seasons are different depending on where you live? For example, when it’s summer in the United States, it’s winter in Australia. This happens because the Earth is always spinning and moving around the Sun, so different places get different amounts of sunlight at different times.
So, what season are you experiencing where you live? What is your favorite thing to do during that season?
Now we know that no matter if it’s spring, summer, autumn, or winter, we see different weather and nature changes because of the Earth’s tilt as it orbits the Sun.
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Seasonal Nature Walk: Take a walk outside with a family member or friend and observe the changes in nature. Look for signs of the current season, such as blooming flowers in spring, falling leaves in autumn, or snow in winter. Draw or collect items that represent the season and create a small collage or scrapbook page to share with your class.
Seasonal Dress-Up: Imagine you are going on a trip to a place with a different season than where you live now. Dress up in clothes that you would wear in that season. For example, if it’s summer where you are, pretend you’re going to a winter place and wear a scarf and mittens. Talk about why you chose those clothes and how they help you stay comfortable in that season.
Sunlight Experiment: Use a flashlight and a globe or a ball to demonstrate how the Earth’s tilt affects sunlight. Shine the flashlight on the ball at different angles to show how different parts of the Earth receive more or less sunlight. Discuss how this experiment helps us understand why we have different seasons.
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Seasons—spring, summer, autumn, and winter—are the names we use to describe different times of the year. Each season is characterized by specific weather patterns and changes in nature, such as the length of daylight, temperature, and the types of plants or animals that are visible.
So, what are seasons, and why do we have them? The Earth is like a big ball that orbits the Sun. Instead of spinning straight up and down, it is tilted to the side. This tilt is what gives us our seasons.
The equator divides the Earth into two parts: the northern hemisphere and the southern hemisphere. As the Earth rotates around the Sun on its tilted axis, the hemisphere that is pointing towards the Sun receives more sunlight than the hemisphere that is pointing away from it.
During summertime, the part of the Earth where you live is tilted towards the Sun, which means it gets more direct sunlight and stays sunny for longer, making it warm outside. In the summer, people can go swimming and play outside without needing jackets. Many families have barbecues or go on vacations during this time.
In contrast, it is winter when the part of the Earth where you live is tilted away from the Sun. This results in less sunlight and longer periods of darkness, making it cold outside. In winter, people often need to wear warm coats, gloves, and hats when going outside. Popular winter activities include ice skating, skiing, and building snowmen.
During the summer months, the direct sunlight leads to longer days and warmer temperatures, which promotes plant growth and supports various seasonal activities. Conversely, during the winter months, there is less sunlight and cooler temperatures, which can cause some plants and animals to go into hibernation. Some animals even migrate to warmer regions.
In spring and autumn, the tilt of the Earth is less severe, resulting in milder conditions. These seasons can be warm or cool, but the changes are not as drastic. In autumn, some people enjoy activities like apple picking, carving pumpkins, or going on hayrides. In spring, people might plant gardens, fly kites, or go on nature walks.
Did you know that the seasons are different depending on where you live on Earth? For example, when it is summer in the United States, it is winter in Australia. This is because the Earth is always spinning and moving around the Sun, causing different parts to receive varying amounts of sunlight at different times of the year.
So, what season are you experiencing where you live? What is your favorite seasonal activity?
Now we know that no matter the season—spring, summer, autumn, or winter—we experience various changes in weather and nature, all because of the tilted Earth orbiting the Sun.
Thanks for taking this learning journey with me! Until next time, thank you for watching. Please let us know what you want to see next by emailing Easy A Homeschool Academy at Yahoo.com. Like and share our videos, and don’t forget to subscribe to our channel!
