Overview

**Overview: 3rd Grade**
//Time Allotted:// The 3rd grade unit will be five days in length and include four mini-lessons and conclude with a guest speaker.

//Concepts and Generalizations// The moon changes alittle each day. This change can be witnessed over time. The moon’s changes are because of the position of the moon in relation to other objects in our solar system.

//Materials Needed:// Computer Lab Overhead Projector/Light Source Styrofoam Balls Dry Erase Board Tape/Ticky Tac Paper Pencils Thank You Card (for guest speaker)

//Information Skills Taught:// Respond to literature and creative expressions of ideas in various formats and genres. The ability to understand and use images. Seek information for personal learning in a variety of formats and genres. Read, view, and listen for information in any format. Organize knowledge so that it is useful.

**Overview: 5th Grade**
//Time Allotted:// The 5th grade unit will be 10 or more days in length and conclude with team presentations.

//Concepts and Generalizations// The moon is a part of our solar system. There are many facets to the moon which can be observed and learned from a variety of sources including physical features, movements, history, and future explorations. An information inquiry project can help students learn about the moon in a meaningful and motivational way.

//Materials Needed:// Computer Lab Overhead Projector/Light Source Production Tools (such as digital voice recorders, flip videos, etc.) Various art supplies for final product

//Information Skills Taught:// Develop and refine a range of questions to frame the search for a new understanding. Make sense of information gathered from diverse sources. Collaborate with others to broaden and deepen understanding. Use information and technology ethically and responsibly. Conclude an inquiry-based research process by sharing new understandings and reflecting on the learning.