Fly Me to The Moon -2 | Knowitall.org

Lesson Overview

The students will be able to begin to explain and understand the phases of the moon as well as the effects/relationship of the sun and moon on Earth. They will be able to demonstrate their knowledge of the moon by writing, and speaking about the different phases, and demonstrate/symbolize the phases of the moon through the use of oreos. They will be able to predict how the moon will change over time according to the observations of predictable patterns, abd will be able to compare and contrast the different phases of the moon and be able to recognize the phases.

Duration

1-2 hours

Lesson Type

Project Based Lesson

Essential Question

What causes the moon to have phases?

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-Computer
-Smart Board

“The Moon Book” by Gail Gibbons
Video- “Phases of the Moon” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76-HAqNKqKA
Oreos- 2 per student
Paper towel- 1 per student
Popsicle stick- 1 per student
Oreo Phases of the Moon Worksheet
Pencil
Blank piece of paper- 1 per student

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Standards

Earth Science: Exploring the Sun and Moon
- 1.E.3 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the patterns of the Sun and the Moon and the Sun’s effect on Earth.
  - 1.E.3A Objects in the sky move in predictable patterns. Some objects are better seen in the day sky and some are better seen in the night sky. The Sun is a star that provides heat and light energy for Earth.
    - 1.E.3A.2 Use data from personal observations to describe, predict, and develop models to exemplify how the appearance of the moon changes over time in a predictable pattern.

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