Summary
A Ready Jet Go! clip on PBS LearningMedia. A total solar eclipse is coming to Boxwood Terrace, and the gang gets ready to watch the moon completely cover the sun. A celebration of a rare sky event — with a reminder about eye safety.
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All ages
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
Discussion
The whole neighborhood gets ready for a rare treat: a total solar eclipse.
- What makes an eclipse 'total'?
- How does the sky change during a total eclipse?
- How do people watch an eclipse safely?
- Why are total eclipses so rare and exciting?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: total eclipse, sun, moon, cover, safe.
Try it: Draw the sun being covered by the moon. Add a safe way to watch (eclipse glasses).