5th grade stars, gravity and shadows
Quick answer
In 5th grade (ages 10–11), children learn that gravity pulls objects toward Earth's center, why the sun looks brighter than other stars, and how shadows and star patterns change. Start with Crash Course Kids "Defining Gravity", then SciShow Kids and Generation Genius on stars and Earth's rotation. Play all on repeat, or loop one diagram.
Videos in this playlist
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Defining Gravity: Crash Course Kids #4.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 2
Down to Earth: Crash Course Kids #4.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 3
Gravity for Kids | Learn all about how gravitational force worksLearn BrightPlay from here Loop - 4
Introduction to Gravity for Children: Gravity, Weight, and Mass for Kids - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop - 5
Danger! Falling Objects: Crash Course Kids #32.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 6
Spaced Out: Crash Course Kids #25.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 7
Star Personalities: Crash Course Kids #25.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 8
Seeing Stars: Crash Course Kids #20.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 9
Glow On: Crash Course Kids #20.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 10
Sun & Stars for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop - 11
All About Stars for Kids: Astronomy and Space for Children - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop - 12
What Are Stars?SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop - 13
What Is the Sun?SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop - 14
Earth's Rotation & Revolution: Crash Course Kids 8.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 15
Earth's Orbit & Rotation Video Lesson for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop - 16
Following the Sun: Crash Course Kids #8.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 17
Make Your Own Sundial!SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop - 18
Seasons and the Sun: Crash Course Kids 11.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 19
EARTH'S ROTATION & REVOLUTION | Why Do We Have Seasons? | The Dr Binocs Show | Peekaboo KidzPeekaboo KidzPlay from here Loop - 20
Super Stars (Constellations): Crash Course Kids #31.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 21
Constellation Location: Crash Course Kids #31.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 22
The Ecliptic: Crash Course Kids #37.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop - 23
Constellations for Kids | Learn about the types of constellations, their names, and how to find themLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
What does this 5th grade space unit cover?
It covers gravity pulling objects down toward Earth's center, star brightness and distance, Earth's rotation and orbit, changing shadow lengths through the day, seasons, and constellations that appear in different seasons. By the end a child should explain why the sun looks bigger and brighter than other stars.
How does RepeatWatch help with space lessons?
Set an A–B loop on one rotation or shadow demonstration and replay it while your child acts it out with a flashlight and a ball. Slow a fast explanation to 0.75×, and save gravity, stars and shadows on keys 1–9.
Frequently asked questions
What grade learns about gravity and star brightness?
In the US, gravity, the apparent brightness of the sun and stars, and daily and seasonal patterns of shadows and stars are usually 5th grade science (ages 10–11). Grade levels vary by country and school, so start wherever your child is.
How can we keep a science session short?
Watch one lesson, then measure a shadow outside in the morning and again in the afternoon. Use Stop after N loops so a video ends on its own. Videos play in YouTube's player, so YouTube may show ads.