FOSS Third Edition Sun, Moon, and Planets Complete Kit

Grades 4 - 6

The Sun, Moon, and Planets Module focuses on Earth's place in the solar system. Students collect and analyze shadow data. Students make and interpret a model of the Earth, Moon, and Sun system as well as observe changes in the Moon's appearance over time.

Students will:

• Observe and compare shadows during a school day.
• Relate the position of the Sun in the sky to the size and orientation of an object's shadow.
• Use celestial models to explain day and night.
• Observe and record changes in the Moon's appearance every day for a month.
• Analyze observational data to discover the sequence of changes that occur during the Moon's phase cycle.
• Make and interpret a model of the Earth, Moon, and Sun system.
• Record and display the organization of the solar system graphically.
• Identify several constellations as stable, predictable patterns of stars.
• Use models to build explanations.
• Use tools to collect and analyze data to develop logical conclusions about planetary objects in the sky.

Investigations:

• Investigation 1: Sun and Earth
• Investigation 2: Earth's Moon
• Investigation 3: Solar System
• Investigation 4: Patterns in the Sky

A Complete Kit includes:

• Investigations Guide
• Teacher Resources
• 32 Science Resource books
• Nonconsumable equipment
• Consumable materials for two class uses