Expand your knowledge of the earth, sun, moon, and beyond! This unit will take your child’s knowledge of the earth and our solar system to a deeper level, while providing them with opportunities to conduct research and design their own experiments! You will investigate seasonal changes, view the moon, experience myths and legends, take a virtual field trip to the surface of the moon, discover nocturnal animals, write a psalm of praise, build your own solar oven, make a sundial, and much more! You will be able to read engaging books, watch fun and fantastic videos, play games, make crafts, and choose from dozens of projects to create the ultimate self-directed learning experience for your fourth grader. This kit is divided into sections based around driving questions. You will have the opportunity to choose your materials and projects in each section of the kit. The materials, projects, and activities contained in the kit have been carefully selected to address the big ideas, competencies, and content of BC's Modernized Curriculum. .

Click on the Additional Info tab to find the Online Guide with clickable links. Big Idea: The motions of Earth and the moon cause observable patterns that affect living and non-living systems.

- 1. All The Stars in the Sky by C.J. Taylor 2. The Astronomy Book by Dr. Jonathan Henry 3. Study Guide by Dr. Jonathan Henry 4. Stars and Planets by Pan Canadian Science 5. Weather: DK Eye Wonder by Lorrie Mack 6. Weather Watcher: DK Nature Activities by DK 7. Weather Watch by Pan Canadian Science 8. Parent Guide 9. Weather card game .