STANDARDS AND ELEMENTS DISCUSSED IN THIS UNIT
S6E2. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the effects of the relative positions of the sun, Earth, and moon.
a. Develop and use a model to demonstrate the phases of the moon by showing the relative positions of the sun, Earth, and moon.
b. Construct an explanation of the alignment of the sun, Earth, and moon during solar and lunar eclipses.
c. Analyze and interpret data to relate the tilt of the Earth to the distribution of sunlight throughout the year and its effect on seasons.
a. Develop and use a model to demonstrate the phases of the moon by showing the relative positions of the sun, Earth, and moon.
b. Construct an explanation of the alignment of the sun, Earth, and moon during solar and lunar eclipses.
c. Analyze and interpret data to relate the tilt of the Earth to the distribution of sunlight throughout the year and its effect on seasons.