Patterns of the Moon
Grades 3-5 135 minutes Computational Thinking Earth and Space Science Physical Science
Patterns of the Moon
Apply computational thinking skills to identify patterns in the cycle of the moon. Then modify a computer program in Scratch that shows how the moon appears throughout the lunar cycle.
Resources
Objectives:
- Analyze the moon cycle of a previous month.
- Use the data patterns to predict the current month’s cycle.
- Apply conditionals to an algorithm.
- Modify a Scratch program to demonstrate the current moon cycle.
Standards alignment
- Science and Engineering Practices
- Cross Cutting Concepts
- Disciplinary Core Ideas
- California Computer Science Standards
