Daily News Article - November 2, 2020
1. When and why was daylight saving time enacted?
2. What covid-related argument have those calling for an end to daylight saving time made?
3. What recommendation does Dr. Beth Malow make regarding daylight saving time? Why does she make this recommendation?
4. Name the states/territories that currently stay on standard time year round.
5. Watch the video under “Resources” below. What position on daylight saving time is being argued?
6. What do you think? Should the U.S. continue to change the clocks twice a year, or should Congress enact a law to either:
-end daylight saving time and stay permanently on standard time, OR
-keep the U.S. on daylight saving time year-round
Explain your answer.
7. a) What do you think: should all states follow the federal government’s decision on the time change? Explain your answer.
b) Ask a parent question #6 and 7.