Solar System, Phases of the Moon, and Light The students will learn about the Sun, characteristics of its orbiting planets, stars, and constellations. They will also learn about the phases of the moon. Finally, they will explore the nature of light and such tools as prisms, lenses, and mirrors. The students will learn how light can be transmitted, refracted, reflected, absorbed, scattered, and separated by these tools. They will also learn investigate how materials can be opaque, translucent, or transparent.
Water, Weather, Data, and Forecasting The students will learn about the states of water and how they relate to the water cycle and weather. They will learn about different types of clouds. The students will also learn about weather forecasting and the different instruments used to help collect data about weather and climate.