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Understanding Time Zones and Global Communication

This four-page resource introduces time zones, longitude, UTC offsets, the Prime Meridian, and the International Date Line.

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This four-page resource introduces time zones, longitude, UTC offsets, the Prime Meridian, and the International Date Line. Students practice calculating international times, explain time-zone boundaries, and apply concepts to global communication and daylight hours.

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  • Students will explain why time zones are needed.
  • Students will identify the Prime Meridian, longitude, UTC, and International Date Line.
  • Students will calculate time differences using UTC offsets.
  • Students will connect time zones to global communication and seasonal daylight.