Mystery Class Update: February 18, 2011

With three weeks of photoperiod data, can you tell which Mystery Class sites are north and south of your hometown? This week, one of the seven wonders of the world reveals an additional clue.

This Week's Update Includes:

Image of the Week

Clues: This Week's Sunrise/Sunset Data

Here are your clues for Week #3:

Collect and organize your data:

SunPhoto: Adam L. Clevenger
Journal: Reflecting on Data and Concepts

How do the data and graph lines show you which Mystery Class sites are north and south of the equator? How do they show you which sites are north and south of your location?



Journal #3
Journal Page
Week #3
Game: Locate the Spot

Through a game, have students explore the value of the global grid system in describing location.

Using a flat surface and then a sphere, students compare and share the words and measuring tools needed to describe location of a spot.




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The Next Mystery Class Update will be posted February 25th.