Patterns in the Sky
Grade 445 min
aligned to Utah Science Core 4.4.1. & 4.4.2
Learning Objective
I can identify and draw the different phases of the moon and explain how they form a pattern.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
Earth’s Cycles and Patterns (Day & Night - Sun - Seasons - Moon Phases - Shadows...) - Science Video
Unknown Channel
Practice
7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“1. Draw the phase of the moon that comes directly after the New Moon. 2. Label it with the name for each phase. Draw the phase of the moon that comes directly after the First Quarter Moon. Label it with its name. Draw the phase of the moon that comes directly after the Full Moon. Label it with its name.”
Teacher Guide
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