Sky Ripples, Moon Magic, and a Speedy ‘Poof’ Immune Cell
Pre-Watch Hook
"What is one thing in the sky or in your body that you can’t see directly, but you know is real because you can notice its effects (like magnetism, gravity, or getting sick and getting better)? "
Ask the class before hitting play to activate prior knowledge.
Main Takeaway
"Nature and space are full of patterns and surprises—from the Sun’s energy making sky lights, to the Moon blocking Venus, to tiny animals showing new ways bodies can defend themselves."
aurora
Definition: A colorful glow in the night sky caused by particles from the Sun hitting Earth’s air high above us.
geomagnetic
Definition: Related to Earth’s magnet-like forces that help protect our planet from some of the Sun’s energy.
occultation
Definition: When one space object moves in front of another and blocks it from view for a little while.
immune
Definition: Having to do with the body’s defenses that help fight germs and keep you healthy.
