Exploring Grade 1 Astronomy Concepts

The video explores the sky, its layers, and the sun's crucial role in supporting life on Earth. It discusses how sunlight affects daily life, including the creation of shadows and the production of vitamin D. The video also introduces the night sky and the basics of astronomy, highlighting the endless possibilities for discovery in outer space.

What can you often see when you look up at the sky?

• Stars at night

• Airplanes or birds

• Mountains

• Skyscrapers

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What is the layer of air that covers the Earth called?

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Stratosphere

• Ozone layer

What lies beyond Earth's atmosphere?

• The ocean

• Continents

• Mountains

• Outer space

How far is the sun from Earth?

• 3 years away

• 3 months away

• 3 weeks away

• 3 days away

What would happen if you got too close to the sun?

• You would freeze

• You would burn up

• You would float

• Nothing

Why is the sun important for life on Earth?

• It provides energy

• It provides cold

• It provides moisture

• It provides darkness

What does exposure to sunlight help your body produce?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

What is the study of stars and other objects in space called?

• Ecology

• Astronomy

• Geology

• Biology

What happens to the sky when the sun goes down?

• It turns red

• It disappears

• It turns black

• It turns blue

What encourages the ongoing study of astronomy?

• The limited knowledge of space

• The endless discoveries in space

• The simplicity of space

• The proximity of space