The activity I have chosen is based on the moon.
Lesson: Exploring the Moon
Objective: Students will learn basic facts about the Moon, its appearance, and its phases.
Materials:
A globe or a ball (to represent Earth)
A smaller ball (to represent the Moon)
A flashlight (to represent the Sun)
Introduction (10 minutes): Start by asking the students if they’ve ever seen the Moon and what they notice about it. Explain that the Moon is Earth’s closest neighbour in space and that it shines because it reflects light from the Sun.
Activity (15 minutes): Use the globe, small ball, and flashlight to demonstrate how the Moon orbits Earth and how its appearance changes (phases). Let students take turns holding the “Moon” and walking around the “Earth” while the “Sun” shines on it.
Discussion (10 minutes): Ask students to describe what they saw. Introduce simple terms like “full moon” and “crescent moon.” Finish by reading a short story or showing a video about the Moon.
Conclusion (5 minutes): Review what they’ve learned and encourage them to observe the Moon at night.