My little S is always curious about day and night concept. I used to wonder why she was keenly interested. Then I came to know that since my mom was in India she used to call us only in the night time. At that time it will be morning for us. So when my Mom wishes Good night S will reply no grandma it is morning still not dark. Tiny soul always confused about day and night. So I planned to demonstrate a quick experiment so that she will understand the concept much better.
Things required:
1. Plastic ball
2. Color paint
3. Brush
4, Candle
Method:
1. Draw the shape of the world map on the ball. I tried to represent North America and India clearly on the ball. Paint it with blue and green with the help of brush.
2. Now light the tea light candle. Hold the ball with the help of tooth pick and bring it near the candle.
3. Ask the kids to pretend the ball as our Earth. Gently rotate the ball around the light and explain that this is how our Earth revolves around the Sun.
4. Compare two continents that are opposite to each other on the Globe. We considered North America and Asia. Then explain that when it is morning here at this part of the world, it will be evening in the other part of the world and vice versa. Also explain the time varies at different regions of the world.
Happy learning!!!
