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.

Play all on repeat

Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Defining Gravity: Crash Course Kids #4.1Defining Gravity: Crash Course Kids #4.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Down to Earth: Crash Course Kids #4.2Down to Earth: Crash Course Kids #4.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Gravity for Kids | Learn all about how gravitational force worksGravity for Kids | Learn all about how gravitational force worksLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  4. 4Introduction to Gravity for Children: Gravity, Weight, and Mass for Kids - FreeSchoolIntroduction to Gravity for Children: Gravity, Weight, and Mass for Kids - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Danger! Falling Objects: Crash Course Kids #32.1Danger! Falling Objects: Crash Course Kids #32.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Spaced Out: Crash Course Kids #25.1Spaced Out: Crash Course Kids #25.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Star Personalities: Crash Course Kids #25.2Star Personalities: Crash Course Kids #25.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Seeing Stars: Crash Course Kids #20.1Seeing Stars: Crash Course Kids #20.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Glow On: Crash Course Kids #20.2Glow On: Crash Course Kids #20.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Sun & Stars for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipSun & Stars for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  11. 11All About Stars for Kids: Astronomy and Space for Children - FreeSchoolAll About Stars for Kids: Astronomy and Space for Children - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  12. 12What Are Stars?What Are Stars?SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  13. 13What Is the Sun?What Is the Sun?SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  14. 14Earth's Rotation & Revolution: Crash Course Kids 8.1Earth's Rotation & Revolution: Crash Course Kids 8.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Earth's Orbit & Rotation Video Lesson for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipEarth's Orbit & Rotation Video Lesson for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  16. 16Following the Sun: Crash Course Kids #8.2Following the Sun: Crash Course Kids #8.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  17. 17Make Your Own Sundial!Make Your Own Sundial!SciShow KidsPlay from here Loop
  18. 18Seasons and the Sun: Crash Course Kids 11.1Seasons and the Sun: Crash Course Kids 11.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  19. 19EARTH'S ROTATION & REVOLUTION | Why Do We Have Seasons? | The Dr Binocs Show | Peekaboo KidzEARTH'S ROTATION & REVOLUTION | Why Do We Have Seasons? | The Dr Binocs Show | Peekaboo KidzPeekaboo KidzPlay from here Loop
  20. 20Super Stars (Constellations): Crash Course Kids #31.1Super Stars (Constellations): Crash Course Kids #31.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  21. 21Constellation Location: Crash Course Kids #31.2Constellation Location: Crash Course Kids #31.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  22. 22The Ecliptic: Crash Course Kids #37.2The Ecliptic: Crash Course Kids #37.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  23. 23Constellations for Kids | Learn about the types of constellations, their names, and how to find themConstellations 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.