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4A The Universe #2
The sun can be seen only in the daytime, but the moon can be seen sometimes at night and sometimes during the day....
4A The Universe #3
The moon looks a little different every day, but looks the same again about every four weeks....
4B The Earth #1
Some events in nature have a repeating pattern....
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Lunar Cycle 2: The Challenge
http://www.sciencenetlinks.com/interactives/moon/moon_challenge/moon_challenge.html
Description
The primary component of this tool is an online activity in which students "drag" moons to their correct places in lunar cycles. There are calendars that include illustrations of the phases of the moon for most days, and the challenge is for students to complete the calendars by filling them with the correct moon phases for all days. A child's voice narrates the activity, providing students with ongoing feedback and guidance (e.g., Well done! and Check for a pattern.). There are three levels in this Lunar Cycle Challenge, and after students successfully complete all three levels they can print out a certificate of completion.
There is also a printable version of this tool, allowing for a hands-on activity in which students manipulate illustrations of the phases of the moon, placing them in the correct sequence in lunar cycles.
Using the Resource
This tool can be used to complement instruction on the phases of the moon, patterns in nature, or patterns in general. It would be ideal for students to complete the interactive activity online; however, if you're in a situation with a limited number of computers, you could print the materials ahead of time and have students do hands-on activities. Students could also do a mix of online and offline work, allowing various learning styles to be addressed.
It's recommended that you use this activity in conjunction with Lunar Cycle 1: Calendar.
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Created : 09/26/2002 |