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20 Oct
Blog, Earth Science

Not Just a Seasons Diagram

When it comes to teaching my students the reason for the seasons, I find a basic seasons diagram is not enough. Students may be able to memorize the different positions of the Earth during its revolution and how the Earth tilts on its axis, but actually understanding why the seasons change requires a little more active learning.

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