Patterns in the Sky

 First Graders enjoyed another Science Extravaganza day recently.  This time we focused on our space unit which had us learning all about the patterns in the sky that we can observe, describe and predict.  We learned about the patterns of the sun, moon, and stars.  

We watched some time-lapse videos of the sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset, and learned that the sun only appears to be moving - it is really the earth that is moving around! 

We read this great book!

We created our own "torn paper art" scenes to show the predictable patterns in the sky across the day and into the night. 

And finally, we learned a little bit about stars and constellations.  We even learned that the patterns of the stars could help you if you get lost!!