Daylight Saving Time

Discussion Starters

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this lesson, students read about the pros and cons of daylight saving time. They learn the history behind the seasonal time shift and discuss whether or not it's worth keeping.

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Focus

topic-based
4-skills
time
seasons
expressing opinions
critical thinking
prefixes (semi- and bi-)
interpretive
productive
interactive

Vocabulary

observe
standard
semiannual
shift
propose
artificial
offset
rush hour
productivity
jet lag
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane