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Group Size: Whole Class Allotted Time 45 min Grade Level 3rd
S3.D.3.1.2
Describe the predictable patterns of change that occur over time in the observable shape of the
Moon.
3.3.3.B1 -Relate the rotation of the earth and day/night, to the apparent movement of the sun,
moon, and stars across the sky. Describe the changes that occur in the observable shape of the
moon over the course of a month.
Learning Targets/Objectives:
The students will demonstrate their knowledge of how the moon developed craters
with 90% accuracy.
The students will develop testable predictions using the inquiry sheet with 100%
accuracy.
Subject Matter/Content:
Prerequisites:
What the moon is.
What an inquiry sheet is and how to fill it out.
Key Vocabulary:
Moon: the natural satellite of the earth, visible (chiefly at night) by reflected light from
the sun.
Crater: Large circle-like indents in the moons surface caused by an explosion or
meteoroids and asteroids impacting it.
Maria: Large dark spots on the moon cause by ancient volcanic eruptions.
Asteroid: A small rocky body orbiting the sun.
Meteorite: A small rocky body in the solar system. Debris from asteroids and comets.
Content/Facts:
The students should know that meteoroids and asteroids create craters on the moons
surface.
The maria on the moons surface is the dark spots on the moon. They were created
from the lava drying.
Introduction/Activating/Launch Strategies:
To introduce the moons surface, we will play the game two truths one lie. The
teacher will tell the students 3 statements. Two of the statements will be true, and one
of them will be a lie. Two rounds of the game will be played.
Development/Teaching Approaches
Discussing the introduction:
1st round:
o The moon has a light gray shade to it. (True)
o The moon has a dark gray shade to it. (True)
o The moon has green on it. (False)
2 round:
nd
Closure/Summarizing Strategies:
To close, we will play the game two truths one lie. The teacher will tell the students 3
statements. Two of the statements will be true, and one of them will be a lie. Two
rounds of the game will be played. One round will be about the sun, which is what will
be taught tomorrow.
Accommodations/Differentiation:
Instead of writing the definitions the students are given typed definitions that they will
be gluing next to the pictures.
Materials/Resources:
The inquiry sheets
Surface worksheet
Picture definition packet
4 rocks in various sizes
Flour
A cup of cocoa powder
Container
Doc Cam
Pre- cut definitions
Reflective Response:
Report of Student Learning Target/Objectives Proficiency Levels
Remediation Plan (if applicable)
Additional reflection/thoughts