Instructional Video

The Tides

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By watching the engaging video, young scholars learn the cause of tides and their effect on the earth and its rotation. The narrator explains the relationship between gravity and the location of the earth in relation to the moon and the sun.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have pupils write as many facts from the video as they can; share the facts as a class
  • Challenge learners to choose the image that most represents the content from the video and explain why
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects a fundamental understanding of the earth's rotation and revolution
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Includes a link to more information about tides
  • Emphasizes scientific vocabulary throughout the lesson
Cons
  • None