It's Okay to Be Smart: Fixing Daylight Saving Time Is THIS Easy
Every year, hundreds of millions of people voluntarily turn their lives upside down by setting their clocks forward one hour in the spring and back one hour in the autumn. This is mandated by the government and varies depending on where one lives. However, individuals are beginning to ask if the supposed advantages for springing forward and falling back still hold up? Part of the “It’s Okay to Be Smart” series.
Media Details
Runtime: 12 minutes 19 seconds
- Topic: Science, Social Science
- Subtopic: Earth Sciences, Government, Social Issues
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: It's Okay to Be Smart
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