Summer Season and Weather

✅ A) spring

✅ C) Daylight hours get longer and temperatures rise

Equipment Needed

• A pot or a garden patch
• Sunflower seeds
• Soil
• Water
• Sunlight

Steps

1. Plant sunflower seeds in soil, either in a pot or your garden during spring.
2. Water regularly, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
3. Place in a sunny spot where the plant can receive plenty of sunlight.

Observations

Watch as the sunflower seeds sprout and the plants grow tall, chasing the sun across the sky. Observe the blooming of the sunflower, turning to face the sun throughout the day.

With care and sunlight, your sunflower will thrive, symbolising the vibrant energy of summer and showing you the importance of sunlight to feed a plant and help it grow!

✅ Summer is known for its long, sunny days and warm to hot temperatures.

✅ Sunlight is crucial for photosynthesis (a process in plants). It helps plants to grow and thrive during the summer months.

✅ June, July and August are summer months in the Northern Hemisphere.

✅ Plants grow rapidly, and produce fruit and flowers thanks to the abundant sunlight and warmth.

• Days feel long in summer because the Earth is tilted in a way that the sun shines longer over the hemisphere experiencing summer, leading to longer daylight hours.
• Many animals are more active, feeding and breeding, taking advantage of the warm weather and abundant food.
• Summer temperatures and weather conditions can vary greatly depending on the geographic location.
• Many people enjoy going to the beach, hiking, having picnics or going on holiday to take advantage of the warm weather.
• Summer is crucial for growing many crops due to the optimal conditions of sunlight, warmth and sometimes rain.
• Staying hydrated, wearing light clothing and using fans or air conditioning can help keep you cool.

Summer is the warmest season, marked by long daylight hours, short nights and thriving natural life, thanks to the abundant sunlight and warmth.

Summer follows spring, occurring when the Earth’s hemisphere is most tilted towards the sun, leading to the warmest months of the year.

Summer occurs due to the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun, which results in one hemisphere receiving more direct sunlight and warmth during this season.

Summer weather typically includes hot, sunny days, sometimes accompanied by summer showers or thunderstorms, providing a break from the heat.

Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis, allowing plants to grow and produce oxygen, making summer a key season for agriculture and ecosystems.

Animals are more active in summer, engaging in feeding, breeding and rearing their young, taking full advantage of the warm weather and abundant food sources.

Plants thrive in summer, growing rapidly and blooming thanks to the increased sunlight and warmth. It's a crucial time for fruit and vegetables to mature.

Pollination involves the transfer of pollen from one flower to another, facilitated by insects like bees and butterflies. It's vital for the reproduction of plants, leading to the growth of crops and natural vegetation.

Yes, growing your own plants, such as sunflowers, can provide hands-on experience with the growth processes facilitated by summer's conditions.

Summer is a season of growth, warmth and vitality, essential for the flourishing of life on Earth. It's a time to enjoy the outdoors and observe nature's abundance.