Seasonal Change

The monthly average temperatures (both the monthly low and the monthly high) vary over the year. At the beginning and the end...

Physics Narrative 11-14

There must be another explanation for the seasonal changes. Here is a loop showing the variation of the solar radiation...

Physics Narrative 11-14

While shining the light up through the bottom of the glass, you should see a 'homemade sunset'. The milk particles in the...

Enrichment Activity 5-11 11-14

The science of astronomy began with observations and it is vital to link this topic to the children can notice more or less...

Classroom Activity 5-11

In this activity students use a lamp and piece of paper to show how the light from the Sun spreads out more when it strikes...

Classroom Activity 11-14

Show that the temperature in the UK depends on whether the northern hemisphere is tilted towards or away from the Sun.

Practical Activity 11-14

Students use a ball and stick to model the motion of a planet around a star and deduce how seasons may be different to those...

Practical Activity 11-14

Use a lamp and a transparent dome attached to a globe to show how the path of the Sun across the sky varies over the year.

Practical Activity 11-14

Questions for students to complete individually or for use with electronic or mini whiteboard voting.

Diagnostic Questions 11-14

This activity challenges students to apply their understanding of seasons to the orientation of solar panels in the UK and...

Classroom Activity 11-14