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Are you ready for the biggest astronomical event of the year? More importantly ... are you ready to share it with your scholars? Use a presentation filled with facts and diagrams to make sure everyone in class understands the importance and rarity of a total solar eclipse. Content includes the anatomy of an eclipse event and the safety precautions necessary for a comfortable viewing experience.
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Instructional Ideas
- Get the class excited by creating pinhole eclipse viewers from cardboard and aluminum foil as an in-class project
- Prepare some of the pre-eclipse activities to make the wait for the eclipse fly by
Classroom Considerations
- Plan extra time to work with younger pupils on eclipse vocabulary and the sequence of events
- Be sure to review health plans prior to planning an outdoor viewing activity
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- Presentation includes printable materials and engaging activities
- The event planning ideas are a great way to get learners, parents, and the community involved in the school
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