Our Sky

Give two differences between: (a) Day and night (b) Sky in the morning and in the evening (c) Our activities during the day and at night (d) Activities of animals during the day and at night.

A teacher said that the Sun appears to move from East to West during the day. Meera is curious about this statement and has some questions for her teacher. List at least two questions that she can ask.

Suppose you stand at the same spot during the morning and the afternoon. In the morning, your shadow points in one direction, while in the afternoon it points in another. Why? Would the length of your shadow be the same at both times?

Get creative with words: (a) Write your own poem inspired by the beauty of the sky. (b) Complete the riddle below and answer it— Only one colour, but not one size, Appears with light, looks very nice, What is it?

When the Sun rises: 1. How does the sky look? 2. What do the birds and animals do? 3. What changes do we find at home?

When the Sun sets: 1. How does the sky look? 2. What do the birds and animals do? 3. What changes do we find at home?

If we change the distance of the source of light from the stick (an object), how will the shadow change?

If we change the direction of the torch (source of light), how will the shadow change?

Is there a pattern to the way the shape of the Moon changes?

Are there days when the Moon is not visible in the sky?

Do you celebrate any festivals in your family or community related to the Sun or the Moon? What do you call them in your language?