Teacher Resources
Moon Moves, Ocean Clues, and a Toad That Feels With Its Fingers
Pre-Watch Hook
"What is one tool or body part you use to notice the world around you? "
Ask the class before hitting play to activate prior knowledge.
Main Takeaway
"Scientists learn by observing patterns carefully, whether they are watching the sky, measuring the ocean, or studying how animals sense their surroundings."
occultation
Definition: An event when one object in space appears to cover another object from our point of view.
"The Moon passing in front of Jupiter is called an occultation."
sea level
Definition: The average height of the ocean’s surface.
"Scientists study sea level to understand changes near beaches, harbors, islands, wetlands, and coastal cities."
satellite
Definition: A tool in space that can observe Earth and collect information.
"A satellite can help scientists measure ocean height and track changes over time."
adaptation
Definition: A body feature or behavior that helps a living thing survive in its environment.
"The Surinam toad’s sensitive fingertips are an adaptation for finding food in cloudy water."
