Solar Eclipse: What Are They and How Do You Safely View Them?
In this class, we will talk about the three kinds of eclipses to get ready for the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. We will make pinhole viewers. There will be a special class on Mon, April 8 where we will view it together from Texas.
Rebekah Fogler
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(474)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
A solar eclipse is extremely rare! I saw the last total eclipse in 2017 and then saw the annular eclipse in Oct 2023. There is another one coming on April 8, 2024. After that, North America (where I live) will not experience another solar eclipse for many years. Other continents may see it before then. In this class, we will talk about the 3 kinds of eclipses: total, annular, and lunar. We will use household objects to show the sun, moon, and earth to visualize what is happening. I will then teach you how to safely view a solar eclipse using a cereal box and tin foil. You can also buy special solar eclipse glasses from the store or online to safely view it. Remember, never look directly at the sun, even when it is partially covered. If you join me on Mon, April 8, we will watch the eclipse together from my backyard!
Learning Goals
Learners will understand the three kinds of eclipses using hands-on materials
They will make a safe viewing apparatus.
They will learn about viewing safety.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
If you want to view the eclipse from your own home make sure you have the special eclipse glasses or use the viewer. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN!
Supply List
Solar System Model -flashlight -big ball for the earth -smaller ball for the sun -bowls/playdough to hold those balls so they do not roll Build your own eclipse-viewing box - cardboard box (cereal box, shoebox, etc) - white paper - scissors - aluminum foil - tape - glue stick - sharp pencil/safety pin to make a tiny hole in the foil
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
5.0
474reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I love looking around me and asking questions. "What if....?" Science is full of "what if" questions. Come explore simple science experiments with me. Most of the items can be found around your home or easily found at the store. I also have a love for math... especially math games. Join me as we make math fun! Many parents and learners appreciate the way I bring laughter to the classroom.
I have been an educator for 10 years: online ESL teacher for 5 years, and a Kindergarten teacher for 5 years before that. I have worked with children of all ages in various summer school and online activities. I have a Bachelor's in Music Education from Boise State University and a Masters in Pastoral Studies from Multnomah University. I live in Idaho, USA with my husband and my 2 young daughters (Ages 2 and 5). We enjoy reading books, getting a little messy, and taking walks together.
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Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
2-6 learners per class
