Magical Moon Phases
by Ana Ramirez
In this hands-on lesson, students work collaboratively in groups to design models to represent the relative positions of the Earth, Sun, and Moon as they relate to each of the 8 phases of the moon. Moon models are a great way for students to explore and make connections with the moon and its phases!
Lesson Grade Level
4th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qMZot_jik2ASG_tFvFwFk4_MBWyLM6aa/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Earth and Space Science E1: Earth Systems Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Geometry (G) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Writing Speaking & Listening
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