Time and Calendars

Clocks Tell the Hour

A clock has two hands. The short hand shows the hour. The long hand shows the minutes. When the short hand points to 3, we say “three o’clock.”

Days and Nights

Earth spins once about every 24 hours. When your part of Earth faces the Sun, it is daytime; when it faces away, it is nighttime. A week has seven days.

Weeks and Months

A week has seven days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Four weeks make about a month. A year has twelve months.

Why We Use Calendars

Calendars help us know when birthdays, holidays, and school start. They show the days, weeks, and months in order. By looking at a calendar, we can plan fun activities and know when to celebrate.