Observe: Look closely at the photo. What do you notice about it? What details stand out to you?
KOEN VAN WEEL/EPA-EFE/SHUTTERSTOCK
Explain This!
Constructing Explanations: Analyze a photo of an intriguing natural phenomenon.
From the March/April 2023 Issue
Focus Area:
Structure & Function,
Standards
Think: What do you already know that might help explain an element of the photo?
Explain: What do you think is going on in the photo, and why? How do your observations support your claim?
Discuss: Compare explanations with your classmates. How are your ideas similar and different? What new ideas did you get?
Wonder: What questions do you still have? Record them on a separate piece of paper. You can research them later!
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