Shade stays cool

1. Omar sits under a tree instead of on the playground. Why is that better?

   • Shade keeps things cooler (right)
   • Trees make more wind
   • Shadows help see better

2. Kai wonders: Why does a shaded picnic blanket feel cooler than one in the open sun?

   • Sunlight is blocked (right)
   • It’s not touching grass
   • It has less wind

3. Which spot feels cooler when the sun is shining, Luca's shirt or Jonah's hat under a tree?

   • Hat in sunlight
   • Shirt in sunlight
   • Hat under tree (right)

Tip: Shade keeps things cool because it blocks sunlight. Sunlight carries heat, so when blocked, surfaces stay cooler than in open sun.