Introduction
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Hello Future Astronomers!!
For the next couple of days you are going to learn about the different phases of the moon and why we have those phases.
Have you ever wondered why sometimes we can see the moon or why it seems to disappear, or why the moon has different shape, or why the moon is constantly changing?
This WebQuest is going to answer all the questions that you are seeking!
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Task
TASK 1
For task 2 you and a partner are going to determine the different phases of the moon.
TASK 2
For task 2 you and your partner are going to be making a foldable as well as defining terms.
TASK 3
For task 3 you and your partner are going to draw and explain what a Lunar and Solar Eclipse is and why we have them.
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Process
TASK 1
You are going to do that by watching a video that describes and shows you the different phases of the moon
(click on the video to play)
Pay close attention to the video, because you are going to work on a worksheet after.
Now that you have learned the different phases of the moon, you and your partner are going to print and work on the worksheet provided.
(click on the link below)
If you need to you and your partner can watch the video again to help you.
Make sure you print and put your name and your partners name on the worksheet
https://www.exploringnature.org/graphics/space/moon_phase_matching_72.jpg
TASK 2
You are going to make a foldable
You are going to print out the foldable provided down below.
You are going to cut and glue your foldable inside of your science journal.
Click on the link. This link will take you to another website that will help give you the definition.
https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/30980
You are going to label and define each term:
Gibbous, Lunar Eclipse, New Moon, Full Moon, Waxing, Eclipse, Waning, Cresent, First Quarter, and Last Quarter.
TASK 3
You are going to watch a video that describes what a lunar eclipse and a solar eclipse are.
Click on the video
Now that you are an expert on solar and lunar eclipses!
In your science journals I want you to draw a solar eclipse and lunar eclipse.
Make sure you include the Sun, Moon, and Earth. (label each of them)
After you draw your different eclipses I want you to explain in your own words what the difference is and what happens.
Evaluation
You will be graded on the following:
20%- Completing each Task ( There are 3 tasks)
25%-Using only the websites provided/ Worksheets
15%- Participation
Total of 100%
Conclusion
CONGRATULATIONS!
You and your partner are the best Astronomers yet!
I am so glad all of your hard work has paid off, you both worked so hard and now are well educated about the moon phases and the different eclipses. Now when you look at the moon you will know exactly what you are looking at. I cannot wait to see your science journals and see how much you have learned.
Credits
https://www.thoughtco.com/moon-phases-and-magical-workings-2562405
http://astrospeakblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/how-to-become-astronomer-guide-for.html
https://www.exploringnature.org/graphics/space/moon_phase_matching_72.jpg
https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/30980
https://wallpapersafari.com/man-on-the-moon-wallpaper/