Day & Night STEM: The Bright and Dark of Earth's Dance

Day & Night: The Bright and Dark of Earth’s Dance is an engaging and beautifully animated video that introduces young learners to the fascinating science behind why we experience daytime and nighttime. Students will discover how Earth’s rotation causes changes in light and shadows across the globe and how these patterns repeat every 24 hours. This visually rich story uses relatable examples and clear explanations to help children understand how Earth moves and why the Sun appears to rise and set. This story is ideal for igniting the curiosity of early science learners!

• NGSS (Grade 1): 1-ESS1-1–Use observations of the sun, moon, and stars to describe patterns that can be predicted.

• NGSS (Grade 2): 2-ESS1-1 – Use information from several sources to provide evidence that Earth events can occur quickly or slowly.

• SDG 4–Quality Education:
  It imparts fundamental Earth science knowledge to foster scientific literacy and environmental comprehension.

• SDG 13 – Climate Action (extension):
  By understanding Earth's systems, students are better prepared for future climate-related learning.