Annotated Bibliography
Theme/ Apollo 11 Moon Landing/Space Exploration, “One step for Mankind…Many steps for
Math Minds!
Audience: 8th Grade Mathematics
Purpose: Interdisciplinary connections in Mathematics, ELA, Science, History and Technology
Standards:
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8EE.A.3
Use numbers expressed in the form of a single digit times an integer power of
10 to estimate very large or very small quantities, and to express how many
times as much one is than the other
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8EE.A.4.
Perform operations with numbers expressed in scientific notation, including
problems where both decimal and scientific notation are used. Use scientific
notation and choose units of appropriate size for measurements of very large
or very small quantities (e.g., use millimeters per year for seafloor spreading).
Interpret scientific notation that has been generated by technology
CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.EE.C.7B
Solve linear equations with rational number coefficients, including equations
whose solutions require expanding expressions using the distributive property and
collecting like terms.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.8.3
Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking,
reading, or listening.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.8.4
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or
phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range
of strategies.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.8.4
Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domainspecific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a
word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization,
and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.7
Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using
search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source;
and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding
plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.3
Follow precisely a multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking
measurements, or performing technical tasks.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.3
Identify key steps in a text's description of a process related to history/social
studies.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or
maps) with other information in print and digital texts.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Images. The Telegraph. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/00791/moonwalk_791701c.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated in the
learning center activities. The image provides students with a visual representation of
Apollo11’s landing on the moon. By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the
lesson topic may engage students into actively participating in their own learning as well
as providing further explanation of the curriculum.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Images. The Wall Street Journal. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved
from http://online.wsj.com/media/moon13.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated in the
learning center activities. The image provides students with a visual representation of
Apollo11’s landing on the moon. By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the
lesson topic may engage students into actively participating in their own learning as well
as providing further explanation of the curriculum.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Images. BBC News. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://news.bbc.co.uk/nol/shared/spl/hi/pop_ups/04/sci_nat_apollo_11_as_never_seen_be
fore/img/1.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated in the
learning center activities. The image provides students with a visual representation of
Apollo11’s landing on the moon. By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the
lesson topic may engage students into actively participating in their own learning as well
as providing further explanation of the curriculum.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Images. bhmpics. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://www.bhmpics.com/walls/apollo_11_moon_landing-wide.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated in the
learning center activities. The image provides students with a visual representation of
Apollo11’s landing on the moon. By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the
lesson topic may engage students into actively participating in their own learning as well
as providing further explanation of the curriculum.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Images. Chicago Sun-Times. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://voices.suntimes.com/wpcontent/uploads/2014/07/90968main_image_feature_232_jwfull.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated in the
learning center activities. The image provides students with a visual representation of
Apollo11’s landing on the moon. By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the
lesson topic may engage students into actively participating in their own learning as well
as providing further explanation of the curriculum.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing Images. Jump Into A Book. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://www.jumpintoabook.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/moon-landing-1.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated in the
learning center. The image provides students with a visual representation of Apollo11’s
landing on the moon. By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the lesson
topic may engage students into actively participating in their own learning as well as
providing further explanation of the curriculum.
Apollo 11 Moon Landing [Video file]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLu0Ak9Blog
This video was retrieved youtube.com to be incorporated in the learning center
Prezi. The video provides students with a visual presentation of Apollo11’s landing on
the moon. By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the lesson topic may
engage students into actively participating in their own learning as well as providing
further explanation of the curriculum.
Astronaut Cartoon Images. Clip Art Lord. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://www.clipartlord.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/astronaut.png
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated on the
learning center display. The image provides students with a visual representation of an
Astronaut. By a including visual into the lesson that aligns with the lesson topic may
engage students into actively participating in their own learning.
Author unknown. (n.d.). The man in the moon. Retrieved from
http://www.scrapbook.com/poems/doc/104.html
This is an entertaining poem that discusses scientific facts that align with astronomy. The
poem was included into the learning center to incorporate different genres of literature on
the subject matter. A poetry activity is included in the learning center to integrate
literature, science, history and mathematics.
Carter, J. A., Casey, R. M., Cuevas, G. J., Day, R., Hayek, L. M., Holliday, B., Marks, D., &
Moore Harris, B. (2003). Algebra 1: Teacher wraparound edition. New York, NY: The
McGraw-Hill Companies.
This textbook is an actual 8th grade text used in a local middle school. A scientific
notation activity with the planets masses was retrieved from the text to integrate science
and mathematics. As the learning center guides students through the moon landing and
space exploration, this activity will allow students to develop a greater understanding of
interdisciplinary connections.
Comet Landing. SPACE.com, 2014. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://www.space.com/27697-rosetta-comet-landing-full-coverage.html
This source was used to determine the actual date and name of the technology that
recently landed on a comet. This information was used in the creation of a word problem
that linked historical events and mathematics. Through the use of this information,
students will be able to determine the years and days in between the landing on the moon
and the landing on the comet.
Dausman, R. S. (n.d.). A walk through the solar system (scientific notation worksheet). Retrieved
from
http://www.learnnc.org/lp/media/lessons/RhondasDausman5232002707/Sci.Notation.pdf
This website was retrieved in exploring possible lessons on scientific notation. The
website provides a plethora of lesson plans in mathematics. Although a lesson was not
needed for the learning center, the lesson chosen on scientific notation provided a
handout that aligned with the learning center topics. The handout will allow students to
apply their knowledge of scientific notation through exploring different calculations
examined from the planets.
Dusek, J., & Pisala, J. (2013). Space Atlas: A Voyage of Discovery for Young Astronauts. New
York, NY: Sterling Publishing Co.
This children’s book provides many historical and scientific facts discussing the first
landing on the moon, our solar system and the scientific evidence on the creation of the
universe. This book was chosen not only for the textual content but also for the
illustrations provided that aligns with the learning center topic. Students will be able to
read and visually comprehend the curriculum connections more appropriately through the
integration of this book in the learning center activities.
Glosser, G. (5 December 2013). Math and Scientific Notation Web Quest. Math goodies. 14
November 2014 Retrieved from
http://www.mathgoodies.com/Webquests/scientific_notation/
This websites provides lesson plans and Web Quests on an array of topics. Through
exploring potential scientific notation activities, the chosen Web Quest provided an
activity that integrated technology by students searching for data to convert into scientific
notation. The lesson also provided a second portion that enhances students’ higher order
thinking skills through their creation of a worksheet. While students will be computing
some of the topics discussed in the learning center, the purpose for using this activity is to
connect science, technology, ELA and mathematics.
Lassieur, A. (2014). The Race to the Moon: An Interactive History Adventure. North Mankato,
MN: Capstone Press.
This interactive reading takes the audience back in time to the 1950s and 1960s as the
United States and Soviet Union were in a race to the moon. The text invites students to
join the race as young scientist to work as members of the voyage as well as assist in
solving technology issues that occur along the way. This book was to chosen to be
integrated in the learning center as it aligns with the learning center topic, but also, to
introduce students to an interactive text in order to encourage reading through
interdisciplinary connections. The text provides activities to assist students in enhancing
their problem solving skills which is crucial in all content areas, including real-world
application.
Leap Years. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://kalender-365.de/leap-years.php
This website was used to determine past leap years in history in order to create a word
problem relating the learning center topic, the landing on the moon, with the current
landing on a comet. The website informed that 1968 was a leap year so as students will
determine the years and days between the landing on the moon and the landing on the
comet, they will need to account for leap years in their calculation. This activity was
incorporated into the learning center to connect this historical event with a current event
that has made history, while applying mathematics.
Lunar Landing Images. Wikipedia. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/34/Moon_landing_sites.svg/45
0px-Moon_landing_sites.svg.png
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated on the
learning center display. The image provides students with a visual representation of the
different landings on the moon by technology and man throughout history that aligns
with an activity that students will be completing. By including a visual into the lesson
that aligns with the lesson topic may engage students into actively participating in their
own learning as well as providing further explanation of the curriculum.
Lunar Landing Images. Discovery KIDS. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://fusion.ddmcdn.com/kids/uploads/lunar-landing-300.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated on the
learning center display. The image provides students with a visual presentation of Neil
Armstrong’s fist walk on the moon as students will be completing reading and writing
activities that align with the subject matter. By including a visual into the lesson that
aligns with the lesson topic may engage students into actively participating in their own
learning as well as providing further explanation of the curriculum.
NASA. (2009). Apollo 11: The Moon Landing Logbook. New York, NY: Sterling Publishing
Co.
This book discusses the actual voyage and logbooks from the Apollo 11 mission when
landing on the moon. The text provides accurate numerical data (distance, speed, time,
temperature) while inviting the audience in through many never before seen pictures.
Undoubtedly, this book displays the key interdisciplinary connects that the learning
center attempts to incorporate.
Odenwalk, S. (n.d.). Getting an Angle on the Sun and Moon. Astronomy and space science
applications featuring geometry (problem 296). Retrieved from
http://spacemath.gsfc.nasa.gov/Geometry/6Page32.pdf
This website provides lessons that incorporate mathematics and science through space
exploration. The activity chosen allows students to use measurements in calculating
scientific information through comparisons of the moon and sun. Students will be able to
further their knowledge in science and geometry while applying their previous
knowledge of measurements in mathematics. The activity is an extension from the
learning center topic, taking students further from simply the landing on the moon to
space exploration in order to form more interdisciplinary connections.
Odenwalk, S. (n.d.). Apollo-11 Landing Area at High Resolution (problem 290). Retrieved from
http://spacemath.gsfc.nasa.gov/Geometry/6Page95.pdf
This website provides lessons that incorporate mathematics and science through space
exploration. The activity chosen allows students to use measurements in calculating
scientific information through a high resolution image of the moon. Students will be able
to explore actual scientific evidence from moon exploration in furthering their knowledge
in science and application of previous mathematical knowledge.
Oparhardt, C. (2003).What is density? Retrieved from
http://www.elmhurst.edu/~chm/vchembook/120Adensity.html
This website was used to retrieve the definition of density as students will need to
understand and apply this concept in one of the learning center activities. This definition
was used over other definitions reviewed as it used age appropriate vocabulary for the
anticipated grade level of students. Students will use this information in calculating the
surface density of craters examined on a moon image.
Solar System Images. esa. Web. 14 November 2014. Retrieved from
http://i.ytimg.com/vi/htOtW0pD92Y/maxresdefault.jpg
This image was retrieved from the search engine, google.com, to be incorporated on the
learning center display. The image provides students with a visual representation of the
solar system that aligns with the solar system activity that students will be completing.
By including a visual into the lesson that aligns with the lesson topic may engage
students into actively participating in their own learning as well as providing further
explanation of the curriculum.
The Dial Press. (2001). First men on the moon. Poem posted to
http://www.poetryfoundation.org/poem/242002
This is an informative poem that discusses historical facts from the first landing on the
moon. The poem was included into the learning center to incorporate different genres of
literature on the subject matter. A poetry activity is included in the learning center to
integrate literature, science, history, and mathematics.