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Sunlight Fall
Seasons
NGSS-Aligned Programs

Reason for the Seasons

Ever wonder why the sun is higher in the sky during summer and lower in winter? This thought-provoking program lets students find the answer! They will manipulate webcam-equipped Earth models to explore how position affects sunlight and seasons. With live video feeds and digital simulations, they'll see the sun’s shifting path through the sky and uncover why seasons vary across the globe — all from a unique view.

Duration

45 minutes
Performance Expectations
MS-ESS1-1 Earth's Place in the Universe
Disciplinary Core Ideas
ESS1.B: Earth and the Solar System
Science & Engineering Practices
Developing and Using Models
Crosscutting Concepts
Patterns

Price

Traveling Program: $315 for up to 25 students for our team to come to you.

On-Site Field Trip Add-On: $9 per student

Perfect for
SVG
Earth & Space Sciences
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Middle School
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6th Grade
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7th Grade
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8th Grade
Location
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Both on-site and off-site

Reservation Center

Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM 
(860) 520-2150 
reservations@ctsciencecenter.org 

Contact Us

Planning a group visit to the Connecticut Science Center or interested in bringing our programs to your location? We’re here to help make it easy and exciting. For questions about on-site and off-site group bookings — including pricing, availability, custom experiences, and logistical support — please reach out to our team. We look forward to helping you create an unforgettable group experience rooted in discovery and fun. 

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