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Lesson 8 of 84 ยท Days and Seasons

Experiment

What Astronauts Do

What You'll Learn

Astronauts travel to space in rockets. In space, there is no air and things float!

Key Words

  • orbit
  • day

Materials Needed

  • paper plate
  • markers
  • string

Safety First

  • Keep small objects away from young children.
  • Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read the introduction. What is this lesson about?

Step 2 โ€” Do

Use a flashlight and a ball to show how the Earth's spin creates day and night.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Look for something that changed. What is it?

Step 4 โ€” Record

Circle the correct answer on your worksheet.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What do astronauts do?