Module 2 Assignment
I would teach a lesson on the moon. The moon, as mentioned in module two, can be/ is seen by every human being on planet earth. Most calenders are based on the lunar cycle and even Lúnasa- the month of August As Gaeilge- is derived from the Latin word Luna meaning moon. The moon causes tides, thus affecting the waves and the moon helps the children to understand the difference between day and night.
I would first introduce the moon by showing the children a clear image on the Interactive Whiteboard. I would ask them what they know about the moon and write their answers on a flip chart at the top of the room. I would ask the children what they see when they look at the moon. Shadows? Crators? The “man on the moon”?
This would lead to the man on the moon- the moon landing. I would show the children the clip of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin’s moon landing on the IWB. We would discuss gravity, the use of oxygen and discuss the astronauts helmets and suits. I would give the children the opportunity to ask questions about the clip and thd moon landing. We would then choose two children to take part in a role play at the top of the room during which they would re-enact man’s first steps on the moon. We would then play hot seating and the other children could ask Neil and Buzz questions about their experience in Space (more specifically- on the moon!)
The children would then create their own moons using paper (with a pre drawn circle) light fabric, paper, glue, sequins for creators and a scissors.
We would finish up by singing a song about the moon called The Moon Song by Kids Learning Tube.