Session Date
Lesson Topic
Finishing the Big Dipper model
Lesson Outline
Today we were supposed to finalize the 3D model of Ursa Major, or The Big Dipper, but we had some technical problems. Nevertheless, while tackling the model, Gwendolyn and I discussed further the idea behind constellations, the fact that stars are not all in the same plane – they just appear that way, and that patience is always a good thing when doing science ... and Gwendolyn is, indeed, very patient. We finished by talking about the visible features on the surfaces of planets, i.e. for example the 'bands' on Jupiter that arise from different atmospheric phenomena (mainly, winds in the upper clouds).
Session Minutes
60
Minutes Student Attended
60
Lesson Comments
Gwendolyn was really very patient today as I tried - and failed! - to build the 3D model of Ursa Major. I'm definitely not an arts and crafts person, not by a long shot... I thought it might be fun for her to do something more hands-on ... but I find it a tad difficult to think of projects for that age group – thank goodness she's such a good girl. I hope to engage her better next week.
Session Hours
1.00
Hours Attended
1.00
Entry Status
Review Status
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