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Week #2

Explore the World Wearing "Latitude Shoes"

The Latitude Sun Times

Latitude Shoes: New Invention Sweeps Across Earth
February 12, 2010

Today scientists announced what will probably be hailed as one of our century's greatest inventions. Appropriately named, "Latitude Shoes" allow those who wear them to travel around the earth in just 24 hours. When activated, Latitude Shoes hover six feet above the ground while the earth spins beneath. Whoever wears these shoes can travel around the earth at their own latitude effortlessly.

By MengMeng

What would you see if you traveled around the world at your latitude? Strap on a pair of "Latitude Shoes" and go for a 24-hour ride! What seasons would you experience? What clothes would you need? Find the photoperiod for one of the favorite places you visit. After your latitude trip around the world, what have you discovered about photoperiods along a single latitude line?