Moon Phases

Over the MoonMrs. Bouffard's Grade 5 Scientists Study Moon Phases

Last week in Mrs. Bouffard's science classes students went on a lunar mission.  Their task was to understand and identify the phases of the moon and how the Sun, Earth, and Moon interact with each other.  
Students were given a choice board of activities to further demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the subject.

Then it was time for take off!Students went on a Google Expedition to the Moon with Apollo 11, Apollo 17 and Space X.What a thrill!

Technology Essential Questions:

How does this digital tool help improve collaboration and/or communication?

Are there technological solutions or enhancements to supplement what is being taught?

Why are exploration and creation an important part of learning?

How can we give students voice and choice in their learning?

2016 Massachusetts Digital Literacy and Computer Science (DLCS) Curriculum Framework:

3-5.CAS.a.1; 3-5.CAS.c.3; 3-5.CAS.c.4; 3-5.CAS.c.5; 3-5.DTC.b.2; 3-5.CS.a.1; 3-5.CS.b.2