Summer Solstice Unit Study for Elementary | History, Science & More

Description

Celebrate the longest day of the year with this engaging Summer Solstice Unit Study for upper elementary students! Packed with fun, educational activities, this cross-curricular unit explores the science, history, geography, and cultural traditions of the Summer Solstice in a kid-friendly way.

Your students will discover why the solstice happens, how it’s been celebrated throughout history, and how it affects plants, animals, and daily life. From creating sundials and mapping solstice celebrations to reading legends of sun gods and preparing simple recipes, this unit makes learning about the sun’s special day exciting and memorable.

What’s Included:

• Informational pages written for upper elementary students
• Science: How the solstice works & why daylight changes
• History: Ancient & modern solstice celebrations around the world
• Geography activity: Map where the solstice festivals happen
• Legends & folktales from Norse, Native American, and Ancient Egyptian cultures
• Plant & animal activity page on seasonal changes
• Easy, kid-friendly solstice-themed recipes
• Art, craft, and outdoor activity ideas
• Writing prompts, reflection pages, and extension ideas

Perfect for:

• Upper elementary classrooms
• Homeschool unit studies
• Seasonal nature studies
• Summer enrichment activities

Make the most of those long, sunny days by helping students connect science, culture, and nature with this ready-to-use Summer Solstice Unit Study!