The dance of Sun, Earth, Moon
Why does the Sun rise and set? Can the Moon be seen during the day? Are the Sun and the Moon disks or spheres? Starting from reflections based on daily experience, this project will stimulate participants to ask questions that arise from observing the movement of the Sun and the Moon.
By building measuring and analysis tools such as the solar sundial (in the photo) and the lunar calendar, participants will be guided in formulating hypotheses, finding answers, and developing models following a path very similar to the scientific method.
This project is designed for preschool and the first grades of primary school (recommended age: 5-8 years). It can be carried out over about 5-6 sessions of 1 or 2 hours each.