The students will demonstrate their knowledge of moon phases by creating the moon phases using cream filled chocolate cookies (Oreos). Students will also complete a moon phase handout depicting the placement of the moon Earth and Sun.
General Information
Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience:
Educators
Suggested Technology:
Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time:
55 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: New moon, Full moon, Waxing crescent, Waxing gibbous, Waning crescent, Waning gibbous, First quarter, Third quarter
Instructional Component Type(s):
Lesson Plan,
Worksheet,
Assessment,
Video/Audio/Animation,
Formative Assessment,
Student Center Activity
Resource Collection:
CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative