Sundial Science Activity Pack – Northern Hemisphere

Description

A hands-on, inquiry-led Earth science activity for curious teens

Explore how people measured time before clocks, and discover how the Sun’s path reveals Earth’s movement through space. This printable pack helps teens build and use their working sundial, a perfect introduction to Earth’s rotation, latitude, solar noon, and seasons.

Designed especially for independent learners and home-educating families, this resource combines practical science, reflection prompts, and deeper challenges to support portfolio-building and scientific thinking.

What’s Included:

• Northern Hemisphere printable sundial template

• Clear assembly and setup instructions

• Shadow tracking table to record observations

• Reflective journal prompts to encourage deeper thinking

• A fully guided Extension Pack with 4 inquiry-based science challenges

Skills Developed:

• Observation and data collection

• Understanding Earth-Sun relationships

• Scientific reflection and communication

• Inquiry-led project skills

• Foundations for marine and environmental science topics

Perfect for:

• Homeschoolers aged 12+

• Teens exploring Earth and marine science

• Science journal work or seasonal studies

• Linking science with geography and astronomy

Northern Hemisphere only – a Southern Hemisphere version is coming soon!

Created by a qualified science teacher and home-educating parent.
Printable PDF, digital download – no physical product will be shipped.