Weather and the seasons: summer
I can think like a geographer in the school grounds to notice, locate and explore signs of summer.
Weather and the seasons: summer
I can think like a geographer in the school grounds to notice, locate and explore signs of summer.
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Key learning points
- It is summer in the UK in June, July and August.
- Summer is the hottest time of the year and has the most hours of daylight.
- We can see signs of summer by observing weather, plants and animals.
- We can make and compare seasonal maps of the school grounds to help us talk about changes.
Common misconception
In summer it's always hot.
Even though the days are hottest in summer, there are still days that may be wet and cold.
Keywords
Summer - Summer is the season between spring and autumn. In the UK, we experience spring during June, July and August.
Seasons - The seasons are four times of year that have different weather and they are spring, summer, autumn and winter.
The Sun - The Sun is a star around which Earth orbits. It is the source of light and heat for our planet.
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