In meteorology, March 1 is considered the first day of the spring season. But the vernal equinox on Monday, March 20 officially marks the start of astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Make a classroom connection to this special spot in Earth's yearly trip around the Sun with this STEM resource.
Earth’s Seasons and the Sun: A Crossword Puzzle
Product Type: Coloring and Puzzles, Play and Learn
Audience: Educators, Students / Subjects: Earth Science
Each year, Earth makes a complete trip around
the Sun! Learn about our planet’s journey and important points along its orbit.
Visit the two websites listed to find clues to solve this crossword puzzle!
SciJinks: What's a Solstice? https://scijinks.gov/solstice/
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Crossword and Answer Key PDF
