Keep a Moon Diary
Interactive Orrery
An Orrery is a moving, mechanical model of the Solar System. It shows how all of the planets orbit around the Sun.
Why Do We Have Seasons?
In the UK, we experience 4 seasons each year. These are Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. But why do we have seasons?
This animation shows you why we have seasons. Watch carefully what happens and read the words that appear on the screen.
Why Do Shadows Change Over Time?
Have you noticed that your shadow changes over time? The cartoon on this page shows why shadows change during the day.
Seasons - The Sun in the Sky
In the UK, we experience 4 seasons each year. These are spring, summer, autumn, and winter. You may have noticed that the weather changes during each season. But have you noticed any other differences?