Eclipses - Solar versus Lunar
Added: 29 Aug 2016
Contributor:
Scoilnet
Resource type:
Simulation
A lovely animation which visually explains the differences between the solar eclipse and the lunar eclipse. The lunar and solar animations both have a description to read. Students can also find out more tips about observing solar eclipses or even visit NASA's calendar for upcoming eclipses.
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: Students must use the animation to learn about the differences between a solar and a lunar eclipse. Challenge students in finding three similarities and differences between lunar and solar eclipses. (These ideas can be recorded on a Venn Diagram)
Key Skills:
- Being Creative
- Communicating
- Managing Information and Thinking
- Literacy
- Numeracy
