In this unit, children become aware of the difference between objects in the Earth's atmosphere and those in space. They focus on the characteristics of the Sun as a star, a source of heat and light, and the importance of the Sun to life on Earth. They discover how pictures made of stars are found in the sky and experience stargazing. The Earth's movements of rotation and revolution are introduced through bodily movements and model construction. The tilt of the Earth and the direct light from the Sun are observed and acted out to produce the reasons for the seasons.

Interactive Activities for The Sun unit (Star Maps - find constellations)

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Parent Letter - English

Parent Letter - Spanish

Literacy / Book Lists

Teacher Recommended Resources

Unit Certificate
Acknowledge your student's accomplishment in completing this unit with our completion certificate. We hope they enjoyed learning about science through The Einstein Project's hands-on approach!

Sponsorship Opportunity

Sponsor The Sun unit! Please contact Lori Kaufman, development director, about this and other sponsorship opportunities. You can reach her at 920-884-8800 or lori@einsteinproject.org.