We thought that the Global Temperature Project was a good idea and learning experience. During this project, we learned that places with the same latitude could have a totally different climate. This may be due to altitude, latitude and surrounding bodies of water which affect climate. We also learned that the sun's rays and the tilt of Earth on its axis affect our temperature and higher altitudes cause lower temperatures. Also, building structures and ways of life are dependent on the climate.
We also learned the skills of converting Fahrenheit to Celsius, reading different thermometers, and using different graphs to analyze data. For example, we were able to predict a location's climatic conditions using latitude on our average temperature graph. By analyzing these graphs, we determined that you have increased amount of sunlight as you go north from the equator because we are beginning summer. The equator is still warmer though.
We were able to see all of the different climates and temperatures around the world. It was very intersting to learn about it and we have to do this again. We hope to hear from you next year.
Cedar Drive 7th Grade Science