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Why is the sky blue?
19 May 2022

Why is the sky blue?

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Why is the sky blue?  It’s a question that only leads to more questions. Use this resource with Year 5 students learning about the behaviour of light, including reflection and refraction. The accompanying interactive student activity is great for introducing … Continued
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How does the Sun make such pretty colours at sunsets and sunrises?
4 Feb 2021

How does the Sun make such pretty colours at sunsets and sunrises?

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
How does the Sun make such pretty colours at sunsets and sunrises? — Aisling, age 7. Learn about what makes day and night time, the Earth’s atmosphere and the beautiful colours that we see at sunrise and sunset in this … Continued
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