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Did you know our sun has the power to make telegraphs work and cell phones cease to work? Show a video that explains solar storms and their impact on us. It describes what solar storms are, when and why they happen, and the good and the bad they cause for humans.
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Instructional Ideas
- Listen to the two songs performed by They Might Be Giants that are referenced in the video, "The Sun is a Mass of Incandescent Gas" and "Why does the Sun really Shine?"
- View videos and photos of auroras from Earth and from space
Classroom Considerations
- If the class doesn't include Harry Potter fans, you may need to explain who Moaning Myrtle is, so they understand the reference
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Provides a list of references and links for those that would like to learn more
- References to popular culture are thrown in to catch the attention of those with wandering minds
Cons
- None