Watch these two short videos on the phases of the moon. She got a job doing artwork for television shows in new york city. Moon phases glue resist watercolor painting activity. The moon book gail gibbons ccg by teaching with picture. A week after the new moon, we can see half of the half that shows, so. The last book this week by gail gibbons is about the moon. The book ends with a list of legends and facts, from the man in the moon to the first person to land on it. Books about snakes, snake activities and gail gibbons virtual book club linkup i lke books see more. The faces, or phases, of the moon astronomy book for kids childrens. A kidfriendly introduction to the biggest, brightest light in our night sky. Thoroughly vetted by an astrophysics expert, the moon book is a perfect introduction lunar phases, orbit, the history of space exploration, and more. Childrens books read aloud no clutter, no games, no pseudotv. Meet gail gibbons her dog, wilbur, and her cats, miles and davis.
This comprehension sheet goes with the book the moon book by gail gibbons. At it basis, the book is a simplistic text about stars, astronomy, and outer space. Using her signature combination of colorful, clear illustrations and accessible text, gail gibbons reinforces important vocabulary with simple explanations, perfect for budding astronomers. Please listen to this read aloud for the reading lesson on march 27, 2020.
From new moon through waxing crescent, quarter, gibbous, full moon, and waning back to new moon again, come learn about the cycle of shapes the moon takes or rather, appears to take as it. This book walks through literally most information about the moon. Quarter moons is a quaint, familyfriendly getaway on. Moon phases flip book cant find original link or directions, but looks like a good idea stages of the moon foldable pair with a book that introduces the concepts for my favorite fifth grade science teachers.
My son is 3 and it is able to keep his mind active and engaged but could certainly be enjoyed by children up to 7 or 8 years old. The moon for kids learning the moon educational video. The worksheet contains five comprehension questions, vocabulary, fact vs. Discuss parts from the video sun and moon played, sun sleeping create a tchart folktalehypothesis on one side and facts on the other, add to fact side as unit progresses. Stargazers is a good, but sadly not great, information text for young readers. A kidfriendly introduction to the biggest, brightest light in our ni. New moonwaxing crescentfirst quarterwaxing gibbousfullwaning gibbousthird quarter. The moon incites childrens curiosity from a very young age. She received a degree in graphic design from the university of illinois. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read.
Gail gibbons is one of our favorite nonfiction authors. Identifies the moon as our only natural satellite, describes its movement and phases, and discusses how we have observed and explored it over the years. Perfect for learning about astronomy, a space unit study, and learning about the moon phases. You can also use the speaker button to have it read aloud. An uptodate, clear and interesting introduction to our magnificent moon from the the awardwinning author of science books for children. Learners use a penny and a quarter to model that the moon does indeed spin on its axis as it orbits the earth. Uses who, what, where, when, why, which, and how questions that cover both literal and. A very easy trick to now whether the moon is in its first or last quarter is the following. During the time between the new moon and the first quarter moon, the part of the moon that appears lighted gets larger and larger every. This book is also on epic in the gail gibbons collection in your mailbox.
The moon bag in order for students to observe the change of the moon, each day a different student takes home our moon bag which includes a moon observation form black paper, the moon book by gail gibbons, white crayons and a parent letter. Students will make simple telescopes and use various objects to form craters students will complete final assessment sheets and wi ll draw and. Important dates, as well as the significance and use of telescopes are presented, making this a great read for future scientists. Quarter moons is a quaint, familyfriendly getaway on the coast of north. This lesson plan will help students understand the moon phases with whole group discussion, centers with. In this updated version of the moon, gail gibbons does a great job describing the different phases of the moon as well as how this effects our ocean tides.
Meettheauthor recording with gail gibbons about dinosaur discoveries. The incredible journey of apollo by tod olson ages 912. Maybe this could be used to write a report for third quarter. These picture books about the moon are some of my favorites for children. Feb 05, 2016 from new moon through waxing crescent, quarter, gibbous, full moon, and waning back to new moon again, come learn about the cycle of shapes the moon takes or rather, appears to take as it. According to the washington post, gail gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other childrens writerillustrator. Phases of the moon lesson plan for elementary school. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Unsubscribe from beths read aloud childrens book corner. The moon book by gail gibbons overdrive rakuten overdrive. Keep turning and you will see less and less of the lighted part of the ball.
If the moon has the shape of a c, it is in its last quarter and if it has the shape of a d, it is in its. Assesses vocabulary, comprehension, and writing skills in a compact, easytouse, uniform format 3. The book uses the term our moon leading the reader on a journey through learning about the moon. Soon you will see all the lighted half of the ball. This science video about lunar phases explains how the phases of the moon are related to the positions of the sun and earth, and teaches you how to tell what phase the moon is in. Read the following facts about the moon and its phases. I have used a lot of her books in my classroom and they are excellent sources of factual information, especially for younger children. There are updates as well with this release which is in honor of the 50th anniversary of the landing on the moon.
Shining light on all kinds of fascinating facts about our moon, this simple, introductory book includes information on how the moon affects the oceans tides, why the same side of the moon always faces earth, why we have eclipses, and more. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young reader. The moon book by gail gibbons how to be a space explorer. This wellillustrated book explains the moons phases and movements. Learners use a penny and a quarter to model that the moon does indeed spin on its axis as it orbits the. Gibbons deephued illustrations add dimension to the informative and stellar text. To give you an idea of all the resources in this moon unit, you will find. This primary book for young children introduces the moon with fullcolor illustrations and basic information. Listen to the moon book by gail gibbons being read. Moon phases glue resist watercolor painting is an educational and artful activity that the whole family can enjoy together. The organic gardeners guide to the soil food web audiobook written by jeff lowenfels. Enduring understandings for phases of the moon unit nsta.
The incredible journey of apollo by tod olson ages 912 the moon book by gail gibbons ages 69 moon. Then students record hisher findings on our class moon calendar. The way the moon looks in the sky changes on a nightly basis, these are called moon phases. First grade lesson exploring the phases of the moon. Can be used for a variety of instructional purposes, such as guided reading, literacy centers, and takehome programs 2. In beautiful, spacious layouts, children learn about lunar phases, eclipses, lunar exploration, and the moons effect on the earth. Author gail gibbon s vibrant illustrations help readers visualize the movement of the moon in relation to the earth and sun, and moon exploration is explained simply, without too much overwhelming detail. I am not too concerned if they mix up the names but i do want the pattern of the moon phases to be the correct order. You will see one quarter of itthe third quarter moon.
Facts about the moon, including eclipses and its different. Jul 27, 2015 a very easy trick to now whether the moon is in its first or last quarter is the following. This is a halfhour episode for adults, but there is good video and some of the talk might be accessible to young children. If you like this book, then check out more from gail. Enduring understandings for phases of the moon unit. Here is information about our moon, including how the oceans tides are affected by it, why the same side always faces earth, why there are different phases of the moon, and why there are solar and lunar eclipses. The book includes information on the moon phases, explorations, and observations.
Oct 11, 2018 moon phases glue resist watercolor painting is an educational and artful activity that the whole family can enjoy together. The moon for kids learning the moon educational video for. Rigorous curriculum design unit planning organizer subjects science gradecourse 4th unit of study moon unit types topical pacing 35 school days of lessons. This book study can easily be paired with other books both fiction and nonfiction, articles, and videos about the moon. If your child loves things like astronomy or you want to introduce the moon to them, this book is for you. Adler have the child order the books within the following categories by laying them out on the floor or on a table in order. This book is a beginning stargazer s best resource. This post was originally published on february 9, 2015 and has since been updated.
Papa, please get the moon for me by eric carle, scholastic, 1986. Gibbons direct style makes this book an excellent teaching tool for a first look at the moon, the earths natural satellite. This is one of my daughters favorite handson moon learning activities, and its easy to create. This book is visually stimulating colorful renderings of people are striking against a midnight blue background and filled with amazing information sure to stir the imaginations of young children eager to. With colorful illustrations and interestingly not photographs, the book attempts to attract young readers interest on a topic packed with information and facts. Gail gibbons was born in 1944 in oak park, illinois.
To read all of gail gibbonss books published by holiday house, visit your local library or bookstore. Books about snakes, snake activities and gail gibbons virtual book club linkup i. What the moon is like, franklin branley, harper collins, 1963. Please watch this video of me explaining it to you. Reviews of the the moon book until now about the publication we now have the moon book comments users are yet to yet left their overview of the game, you arent read it but. Lunar cycle phases of the moon educational resources k12. Readers will learn all kinds of facts about the moon including why the moon appears to be shining and the different phases of the moon. In order for students to observe the change of the moon, each day a different student takes home our moon bag which includes a moon observation form black paper, the moon book by gail gibbons, white crayons and a parent letter. This reproducible is part of explore the world of science. This book list contains both fiction and nonfiction and is a perfect addition to any lesson on astronomy for kids. This easy to read picture book is a great way to introduce, or reteach important moon facts. I like to use it as a read aloud during a unit on space. Reviews of the the moon book until now about the publication we now have the moon book comments users are yet to yet left their overview of.
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