Animating a Seasons Model with Scratch
by Timothy Malan
Students will use a Scratch template to make a model of the seasons, one from a view above the ecliptic, one to the side of the ecliptic and then a distance-time graph. Students will be using their scientific knowledge and technology to create this project!
Lesson Grade Level
6th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ruWnPBxTHsNkHWrrYVns_KzTD_fjT6ym/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Earth and Space Science E1: Earth Systems Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor 5. Computational Thinker 6. Creative Communicator Engineering S5: Apply Technology to Engineering
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