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Oncoming Project: Track the moon 

Chapter Project

Track the Moon

How does the moon move across the sky? How does its appearance change over the course of a month? In this project, you will observe how the position and apparent shape of the moon change over time.
Your Goal: To observe the shape of the moon and its position in the sky every day for one month
To complete this project, you must

• observe the compass direction in which you see the moon, its phase, and its height above the horizon
• use your observations to explain the phases of the moon
• develop rules you can use to predict when and where you might see the moon each day

Project Directions Plan It Begin by preparing an observation log. You will record the date and time of each observation, the direction and height of the moon, a sketch of its shape, and notes about cloud cover and other conditions. Observe the moon every clear night, looking for patterns.
Make a map of your observation site on which you will plot the direction of the moon. You can measure the moon’s height in degrees above the horizon by making a fist and holding it at arm’s length. One fist above the horizon is 10°, two fists are 20°, and so on. On at least one day, compare your observations of the moon an hour or two apart.

 Prentice Hall. Science Explorer. pearsonschool.com

Observation Log Template

 Tips:
* Read instructions carefully.
* You can see a sample observation log here.
* You can use a compass to check the moon's position.
* You can print as many copies of the observation log as you need. Just click on the picture and download.
* Got doubts? Questions? Post a comment.