Science
Space Exploration
Conceptual
9–11 yrs
Seasonal Constellations
季节性星座
Description
Recognise named constellations visible in different seasons and understand why we see different constellations at different times of year — because Earth’s orbit around the Sun changes which part of the sky we face at night
Mastery Evidence
- Name at least three constellations (e.g. Orion, Ursa Major/Big Dipper, Leo, Cassiopeia)
- State that different constellations are visible in different seasons
- Explain that this happens because Earth's orbit means we face different directions in space at different times of year
Assessment Prompt
Does your child know that you can see different constellations in winter than in summer, and can they explain why?
Prerequisites 2
Spotting Constellations
必须先能识别基本星座，再理解星座可见性随季节变化的规律
Earth's Spin & Orbit
必须先理解地球公转，才能解释为什么不同季节会出现不同的星座
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