Did You Know?
Some people have big parties on solstices!
June Solstice
In June, we have long days.
December Solstice
In December, we have short days.
What solstice Does
It helps us know the seasons.
It shows when to plant crops.
It tells us when to have fun.
It makes days bright or dark.
It helps us plan for trips.
It is part of our Earth’s dance.
More About solstice
The solstice has been known for a long time. People have watched the Sun for years. They saw how it moves in the sky. This helped them know when to plant and harvest.
The solstice helps us feel the change of the year. Some people like to have fun on these days. They may have picnics or go to the park.
In the future, we will still have solstices. They will help us keep track of time. The solstice will always be a part of our world.
How Topics Connect
graph TD
A["Solstice"] --> B["Northerly Sun Path"]
A["Solstice"] --> C["Southerly Sun Path"]
B["Northerly Sun Path"] --> D["Occurs around 20-22 June"]
C["Southerly Sun Path"] --> E["Occurs around 20-22 December"]
A["Solstice"] --> F["Seasons Defined by Solstices"]
A["Solstice"] --> G["Seasons Defined by Equinoxes"]
What Do These Words Mean?
solstice:The time when the Sun is at its highest or lowest point in the sky.
northerly:Towards the north.
southerly:Towards the south.
celestial equator:An imaginary line in the sky that is directly above the Earth's equator.
equinoxes:Times of the year when day and night are of equal length.
