Patterns of Earth and Sky 5th grade

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What is Earth?

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Earth is the planet we live in.

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How did ancient people use the stars?

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Ancient people used the stars to plant crops, know the seasons, and tell stories.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the sun?

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The sun is the only star in our solar system.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is an investigation?

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An investigation is an attempt to find out about something.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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When is the best time to see the Dog Star?

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The best time to see the Dog Star is during the winter months in the evening.

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NGSS.5-ESS1-2

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What are patterns in the sky?

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Patterns in the sky refer to the regular and predictable movements of celestial bodies like stars and planets.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is a constellation?

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A constellation is a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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Why do we have seasons?

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We have seasons because of the tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the role of the moon?

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The moon affects tides on Earth and reflects sunlight, making it visible at night.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is a solar system?

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A solar system is a collection of planets and other celestial bodies that orbit a star.

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