What Are We Learning This Week?
At night, the sky becomes dark.
This Week’s Big Questions
What do we see in the sky at night?
Out on the Town
Over a week or two, keep track of the size and shape of the moon with your child. Talk with your child about how it changes over time.
Show Me! Our Words of the Week
Say It:
Light
Explain It:
Light is a form of energy that makes it possible for our eyes to see. Some lights are found in nature such as the sun and stars. Some lights are manmade such as lamps and candles.
Talk About It:
How is the light of the sun different from the lights we use at home or school?
Say It:
Moon
Explain It:
The moon is a large, natural object that travels around the Earth. The moon lights up the sky at night.
Talk About It:
How does the moon’s size and shape change over time? Why does this happen?
Say It:
Night
Explain It:
Night is the time from sunset to sunrise when the sky is dark.
Talk About It:
What are some special things that we can only do or see at night?