Earth, Sun and Moon Animation.
Added: 27 Jul 2016
Contributor:
Scoilnet
Resource type:
Adjust the hours and click play to visualise the distance rotated by the Earth and Moon within the time dedicated. Watch as the Earth rotates and turns about its axis. Set pupils observations to record - 12 hours, 24 hours (a day), 1 month, 1 year...etc.
How it maps to the curriculum
- JC
- Science
Strand: 02. Earth and Space
Strand unit: 04. Model of Earth-Sun-Moon System
Suggestions for use: Set students up in groups to analyse the rotation of the Earth and Moon. Set driving questions for students to explore as guidance or allow students to self discover what happens during the day compared to a year.
Key Skills:
- Communicating
- Managing Information and Thinking
- Managing Myself
