Tiny Wonders Lab•Science Activity Card•Space
Why Do We Have Leap Years?
Ref: TWL-WHY-DO-WE-HAVE-LEAP-YEARS
Grade Level: 3-8
The Big Idea
Unlock the cosmic math behind our calendar. Discover why we need an extra day every four years to keep our clocks in sync with the Earth's 365.25-day journey around the Sun.
Key Vocabulary & Concepts
#Space#Math
Hands-On Observation Checklist
1. Predict & Form HypothesisWhat do you think causes why do we have leap years??
2. Explore Digital LabInteract with the simulation and note patterns.
3. Record Key FindingsWrite down 2 new facts discovered during the lab.
4. Explain to a PartnerShare your conclusions with a classmate or parent.
Teacher & Parent Discussion Starters
- Why is understanding why do we have leap years? important in everyday real life?
- What variable or factor had the biggest impact when testing the simulation?
- How does this concept connect to another science topic you have learned about?
Tiny Wonders Lab — Interactive Science & Physics Exploration
www.tinywonderslab.com/wonders/why-do-we-have-leap-years
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