5 - ESS1.B (B) - Objects in the Sky - FINAL (WND 1/13/2014)

Module: Objects in the Sky

DCI: ESS1.B (B) The orbits of Earth around the sun and of the moon around Earth, together with the rotation of Earth about an axis between its North and South poles, cause observable patterns. These include different positions of the sun, moon, and stars at different times of the day, month, and year.

PE: 5-ESS1-2 Represent data in graphical displays to reveal patterns of daily changes in length and direction of shadows, day and night, and the seasonal appearance of some stars in the night sky.

[Clarification Statement: Examples of patterns could include the position and motion of Earth with respect to the sun and selected stars that are visible only in particular months.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment does not include causes of seasons.]

This batch is very, very close to the other one for this standard, however the emphasis now is on the positions of the sun, moon, and stars throughout the day, month, and year. 

Possible Question Starters:
"Early in the morning, the Sun appears low in the sky, but by noon, it is higher in the sky.  This is because - "
correct answer - Earth has rotated on its axis

incorrect answer - the Sun has turned to face the Earth

"The Pegasus constellation is a group of stars which is only visible in the Northern hemisphere from the end of summer through fall.  Which of the following is responsible for the fact that this constellation is not visible throughout the entire year?"

correct answer - Earth's rotation on its axis

incorrect answer - The sun's movement across the sky

We can also get away with predictions about the sun's and the moon's positions throughout the day, month, or year.