Melissa Sheldon EDUC 4303 November 6, 2017

Content Area Mini-Lesson and Zip Kit

1. Phases of the Moon:

a. Melissa Sheldon
b. Science
c. 3rd grade
2. TEKS:

a. (3) Scientific investigation and reasoning. The student knows that information,
critical thinking, scientific problem solving, and the contributions of scientists are
used in making decisions. The student is expected to: (C) represent the natural
world using models such as volcanoes or Sun, Earth, and Moon system and identify
their limitations, including size, properties, and materials; and
b. (4) Scientific investigation and reasoning. The student knows how to use a variety
of tools and methods to conduct science inquiry. The student is expected to:
(A) collect, record, and analyze information using tools, including microscopes,
cameras, computers, hand lenses, metric rulers, Celsius thermometers, wind vanes,
rain gauges, pan balances, graduated cylinders, beakers, spring scales, hot plates,
meter sticks, compasses, magnets, collecting nets, notebooks, sound recorders, and
Sun, Earth, and Moon system models; timing devices, including clocks and
stopwatches; and materials to support observation of habitats of organisms such as
terrariums and aquariums; and
c. (8) Earth and space. The student knows there are recognizable patterns in the
natural world and among objects in the sky. The student is expected to:
(C) construct models that demonstrate the relationship of the Sun, Earth, and Moon,
including orbits and positions; and

3. Resources:

Mcclintick, V. (2015, September 08). Phases of the Moon Printables -. Retrieved

November 08, 2017, from
http://thecraftyclassroom.com/2015/09/11/phases-of-the-moon-printables/
 Zip Kit Instructions

1. In this packet you will find an activity that reinforces the Phases of the Moon. In order to

complete each sheet, your child must put the phases of the moon in correct order.

2. Inside of the Zip Kit you will find a sandwich baggie that has cut-outs of the 8 phases and

their names.

3. On the dark blue paper put the phases of the Moon in correct sequential order. Beginning

with the circle located at the top of each paper, the first phase of the moon goes here and

continues clockwise. Each cut-out has a number on the back, which represents the order of

the phases. Students may check their work by looking at the back of each moon.

4. On the light blue paper, put the title of each phase in sequential order. They are also labeled

on the back with the correct order.

5. Please have your child complete these two activities and bring back to school, so I can

check their work. Slide the two completed sheets back into the gallon size Ziploc, along

with the sandwich bag.

6. Materials:

Gallon Ziploc

Two laminated worksheets

1 sandwich baggie

8 moon cutouts

8 labeled words
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Instrucciones del Zip Kit

1. En este paquete encontrars una actividad que refuerza las Fases de la Luna. Para
completar cada hoja, su hijo debe poner las fases de la luna en el orden correcto.
2. Dentro del Zip Kit encontrar una bolsa de sndwich que tiene recortes de las 8 fases y
sus nombres.
3. En el papel azul oscuro ponga las fases de la Luna en el orden secuencial correcto.
Comenzando con el crculo ubicado en la parte superior de cada papel, la primera fase de
la luna va hacia aqu y contina en el sentido de las agujas del reloj. Cada recorte tiene un
nmero en la parte posterior, que representa el orden de las fases. Los estudiantes pueden
verificar su trabajo mirando la parte posterior de cada luna.
4. En el papel azul claro, coloque el ttulo de cada fase en orden secuencial. Tambin estn
etiquetados en la parte posterior con el orden correcto.
5. Haga que su hijo complete estas dos actividades y regrese a la escuela, para que
pueda verificar su trabajo. Deslice las dos hojas completadas en el Ziploc de un
galn, junto con la bolsa de sndwich.
6. Materiales:

Gallo Ziploc
Dos hojas de trabajo laminadas
1 bolsa sndwich
8 recortes de luna
8 palabras etiquetadas
 Lesson Plan: Phases of the Moon
Subject: Science Learning Goal: Students will understand the sequential
order of the phases of the Moon.
Grade: 3rd Objective: Model the phases of the Moon.
TEKS: 112.14. 3(C) 4 (A) 8 (C) ELPS: 74.4. English Language Proficiency Standards

Reading, Writing, and Listening

Important Vocabulary: Important Vocabulary:

Waxing Rotation
Waning Axis
Crescent Orbit
Gibbous Star
Phases Planet
Natural Resource

Materials: Homework:

8 Oreo cookies per student Complete Zip Kit-

Paper plate per student 2 laminated worksheets
Napkins Moon phase cut-outs
Printout of Moon Phases Phase labels
Spoons Sandwich size baggie
Black construction paper
White crayons

Modifications: ELL:

Numbered moons along with labels Vocabulary

Black paper with whit crayons Phase names
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Focus: Read selected childrens book to introduce the topic.

What Makes Day and Night, By Franklyn Branley

On Earth, By Brian Karas

Instruction: Continuing from the lesson on Earths rotation, tilt, and orbit. We will being a new lesson on
the Phases of the Moon. Begin lesson by discussing as a class how we are able to see the moon, and talk
about how the moon changes. Then move to the titles of each phase but introducing key vocabulary.

Guided Practice: Students will represent the phases of the moon by modeling with their Oreo cookies.
Using a spoon the students may scrap off excess icing on the cookies to represent waxing crescent,
waxing gibbous, waning crescent, waning gibbous, first and third quarters, lastly new moon and full
moons.

Independence Practice: On a black piece of construction paper, students will use a white crayon to
independently draw the phases and their names.

Checking for Understanding: Throughout lesson ask students question to make sure they are following
along. Walking around the room to see students work and answering questions if students need help.

Closure: End lesson by going over the phases and their names, one last time. Pass out a Zip Kit to each
student and have them place the kits in their backpacks to complete at home, and return the following
school day.

Modifications: Allow students to number the phases of the moon in numerical order on their black
construction paper. This may be used as a reference for students who need extra support for their
homework. Students may draw a model of the phases to express their knowledge.

Implementing vocabulary into activities to reinforce the terms for English Language Learners. In the Zip
Kit, Velcro is used in the form of glue so students of all levels and abilities can easily maneuver and
complete the activity. Students with disabilities may use the backside of each phase and labeled cut-out
in order to complete activity.