Campers built a self-powered flashlight, turning a hand crank into enough electricity to light an LED.
Project Spotlight:
Solar Eclipse Lamp
Discover the magic of a solar eclipse as light, shadows, and space come together!
What We Built
Makers assembled a working eclipse model with a cardboard structure, foam ball, and LED light to represent the Sun, Moon, and Earth.
What We Learned
Solar Eclipses
Learned how the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth.
Our Solar System
Explored how the Sun, Moon, and Earth are connected.
3D Assembly
Practiced connecting pieces to build a three-dimensional model.
Skills in Action
- Fine Motor Skills
- Craft Decoration
- 3D Assembly
- Independent Work
Build Story
Challenge:
Build a model that shows how a solar eclipse happens.
Process:
Assemble the model and position the Sun, Moon, and Earth.
Result:
Build a model that shows how a solar eclipse happens.
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Ask Your Child
- What happens during a solar eclipse?
- Where does the Moon need to be to cause a solar eclipse?
- How does the Moon create a shadow?
Extend at Home
Use a flashlight and three objects to model the Sun, Moon, and Earth. Can you create a shadow like an eclipse?
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