Moon Phase Sorting

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Our Universe
• Learning area: Numeracy
• Level: Levels 1-3

Objectives

• Sort objects by attributes (shape, size)
• Classify moon phase images into groups
• Use sorting vocabulary (same, different, group)

Materials

• Moon phase pictures or cutouts
• Sorting mats or hoops
• Labels for sorting categories
• Reference poster of moon phases

Instructions

Explore the changing shapes of the moon while practicing essential sorting and classification skills.

Assessment

Teacher observation of student's ability to sort accurately by attributes and explain their reasoning.

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