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Why The Full Moon is Better in Winter Instructional VideoWhy The Full Moon is Better in Winter Instructional Video
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MinutePhysics
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Grade
5th - 9th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
1:42
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2013
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Instructional Video

Why The Full Moon is Better in Winter

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Did you ever wonder which season is best for viewing the full moon? Find out why winter wins the honor, and why the tilt of Earth''s axis is the main contributor. 

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Concepts

the full moon, the lunar cycle, the moon, the earth's axis

Additional Tags

earth's axis, moon, full moon, Seasons, science

Instructional Ideas

  • Show on the winter solstice, or during a unit on the moon, seasons, or the tilt of our home planet

Classroom Considerations

  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • An uncommonly explored question makes a memorable addition to your curriculum
  • Hip, hand-drawn animation is relatable to youth

Cons

  • None

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