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Fraknoi, Andrew, Ed. – Universe in the Classroom, 1989
Discusses the orbit, motion, and phases of the moon. Describes three activities on the moon: "How Soon Can You See a Crescent Moon?"; "When is the Moon Visible?"; and "Lunar Eclipses." (YP)
Descriptors: Astronomy, Instructional Materials, Lunar Research, Moons
Chancer, Joni; Rester-Zodrow, Gina – 1997
One of the greatest sources of wonder, the moon, becomes the focus of a classroom inquiry in this book which gives an illustration of integrated curriculum. Two teachers recount how their students observed the moon's transit for 28 days, recording their impressions in written and illustrated records called "Moon Journals." The book…
Descriptors: Art Expression, Classroom Techniques, Elementary Education, Inquiry
Peer reviewedKoman, Rita G. – OAH Magazine of History, 1994
Contends that the pledge by President Kennedy to land a man on the moon and return him safely "before the decade is out" was a Cold War tactic designed to bring national unity. Presents a lesson plan, a chronological chart, three primary documents, step-by-step implementation procedures, and related student activities. (CFR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Educational Strategies, Foreign Countries, Foreign Policy
