By looking at the direction of the parallel streets of New York and figuring which days the setting sun is directly visible along those lines, your class can calculate the degree and angle of the sun. A really nice lesson, giving a photo and map that will help them understand the angles discussed.  Some prior knowledge and help with the math and calculations are necessary

Concepts

the equinox, the sun

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Additional Tags

equinox, sun, setting sun, science

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Instructional Ideas

• Have class members calculate an equinox brochure for their city/town and include photos of the rising and setting sun

Classroom Considerations

• Presumes class members have pevious knowledge of both the spring and fall equinox

Pros

• The packet includes a photo and a map of the city streets

Cons

• Several of the provided links are broken