Time Zones

What time is it here? In this BrainPOP UK movie, Tim and Moby introduce you to time zones around the world! In this educational, animated movie you’ll discover just how many time zones there are, as well as why it’s impossible for everywhere to have the same time, at once. As you learn how the globe is divided up, you’ll also be introduced to the concepts of longitude and latitude. Find out how many latitude lines there are, and why Greenwich, England, or the prime meridian, forms the basis of all time zones on Earth. You’ll also discover at what speed and in which direction the Earth spins, and why the boundaries of some time zones are jagged. Don’t forget to set your watch!

Related movies: Map Skills, Global Positioning System, Daylight Saving Time, Continents of the World

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