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The Impact of the Sun and Moon on Tides Lesson PlanThe Impact of the Sun and Moon on Tides Lesson Plan
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Science 4 Inquiry
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6th - 8th
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Science
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The Impact of the Sun and Moon on Tides

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In 150 BC, Seleucus of Seleucia theorized that the moon causes the tides. Scholars learn about what causes tides by studying the interactions of gravity between the sun, moon, and Earth. They use technology to formalize otherwise abstract concepts.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

tides, the sun, the moon, the earth

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Set up all video clips and online interactives to help move the lesson along quickly
  • Discuss any observable tides on other planets

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires prior knowledge of Earth's rotation and gravity

Pros

  • Includes answers for discussion questions
  • Provides supplementary resources

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.4

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