Calling All Mad Scientists!

We are beginning our section on The Solar System and Beyond!  Hope everyone is ready to use their thinking caps and learn about what is out in space. 

You will have the following online assignments:

1.  Vocabulary words  ~ Directions:  Look up the following words in your text.  You may type in Word for extra credit.  If you choose to use word then you can either send them in via email or print them off and turn them in manually.  It is easier to send them as soon as you get finished doing your assignment but it is your choice.  Don't forget to comment below so I can see that you have gotten your words for the week. 

Words for this week:  ellipse, observe, record, revolve, orbit, rotate, axis, eclipse, solar eclipse, lunar eclipse

2.  Moon and Earth Matchup  ~ Directions:  Click on the highlighted link to take you to the website.  Click on the vocab word and then click on the definition of that word. Once you have completed the matching game, printout the completed assignment for extra credit.

3. Phases of the Moon

~ Directions:  Click on the highlighted link to take you to the website.  Print off the phase calendar for the month for future use.  You will be tracking the phases of the moon and comparing them to the internet version.  


4.  Don't forget to complete the poll on the blog.  What do you think the answer is? 

Lastly:  Here is our thought for the week:    Write in your journal what it means to you!  Have a great week!