Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ765640
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-May
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1072-0839
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Where Is the Moon Tonight?
Mathews, Susann M.; Cornell, Kevin F.; Basista, Beth A.
Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, v11 n9 p467-473 May 2006
This article describes the activities that fifth-grade students experienced when learning about the moon, its phases, and eclipses. It illustrates how mathematics and science can be integrated to enhance the learning of both. (Contains 3 figures.)
Descriptors: Grade 5, Astronomy, Academic Achievement, Mathematics Education, Science Education, Integrated Curriculum, Learning Activities, Scientific Concepts, Mathematical Concepts, Misconceptions, Geometry, Measurement, Observation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Grade 5
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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