Sunshine, shadows and stone circles

Have you ever wondered how to get learners thinking about day and night, the Earth and Sun, and how they work together?

This book and DVD takes learners on a fascinating journey that involves dialogue and questions as well as engaging practical activities. Science and astronomy are linked with mythology, history, geography, mathematics and social responsibility in a cross-curricular project. Suitable for primary and lower secondary pupils. 

The book and DVD include guidance and a rationale for each activity, historical and cultural background on stone circles, science background for teachers, worksheets, and stories narrated by the author.

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Subject(s)Science
Author(s)Bob Kibble
Age5-7, 7-11
Published2010
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Shelf reference372.35044 KIB
ISN/ISBN9780955626036
Direct URLhttps://www.stem.org.uk/x8vh3

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