Patterns in the Sky
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Objective
I can identify and draw the different phases of the moon and explain how they form a pattern.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Describe what causes the moon to appear to change shape throughout the month.
Explain why the moon appears to shine even though it doesn't produce its own light.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“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.”
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