Moon and Stars


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In this craft activity, learners create a string of cut-out moons and stars. This activity is phrased to encourage a parent and child to look at the Moon every night, and make simple illustrations of what they see, but can be adapted for various groups of learners. When learners have three or four different shapes drawn, they can cut out as many as desired and create a pattern, string them together, and hang them in a special place. Learners create simple patterns at first (A, B, A, B) and move on to more complex patterns as they mature and gain experience.

Quick Guide


Preparation Time:
1 to 4 weeks

Learning Time:
30 to 45 minutes

Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per student

Age Range:
Ages 4 - adult

Resource Type:
Activity

Language:
English

Materials List (per student)


  • scissors
  • string or yarn
  • paper in various colors
  • recycled greeting cards or calendars

Subjects


  • Earth and Space Science
    • Astronomy
      • Stars and Galaxies
    • Earth, Moon and Sun
      • Days
    • Solar System
      • The Moon
  • Mathematics
    • Algebra
      • Patterns

Informal Categories


  • Arts and Crafts
  • Nature and Environment
  • Outdoor Activity

Audience


To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

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  • Free access

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  • Science After School Consumer's Guide

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