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California Academy of Sciences: Which Way is North?

When looking for north, most people would reach for a compass.

With a little time, you can also use the sun! In this activity, students track the sun’s path across the sky to determine north, south, east, and west.

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Science Topics
Astronomy
K-6, Educator
3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade

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California Academy of Sciences

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California Academy of Sciences: Which Way is North?

When looking for north, most people would reach for a compass.

With a little time, you can also use the sun! In this activity, students track the sun’s path across the sky to determine north, south, east, and west.

Attached Files

Science Topics
Astronomy
K-6, Educator
3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade

What are you looking for?

Organization

California Academy of Sciences

Website URL

Type of Resource

Lesson Plan
PDF File

Assigned Categories