Eclipse Observation Journal
Grades
3–5, 6–8, 9–12
Appearance of Sun | Time (ex. 12:00 EST) |
Outdoor Temperature (in ºC or ºF) |
Sky Quality (include cloud cover, color, and brightness) | |
Before Eclipse: | ||||
First Contact(FC): | ||||
FC +10 mins.:* | ||||
FC +20 mins.: | ||||
FC +30 mins.: | ||||
FC +40 mins.: | ||||
FC +50 mins.: | ||||
FC +60 mins.: | ||||
Last Contact: | ||||
After Eclipse: |
* The length of the eclipse (i.e., the time between First Contact and Last Contact) will vary depending on where you live. The eclipse may not last a full hour in your area.
Reaction Log: |
Things to Record in Your Observation Journal:
- Sketches showing the progression of the moon over the sun (in which direction does the moon move? How does the crescent change shape?)
- Temperature before, during, and after the eclipse (10 min. intervals during eclipse)
- Any changes in the sky? Color, clouds, darkening, etc.
- What time is the moon first noticed on the sun?
- Estimate how much of the sun is covered at maximum, then compare it with the information table provided by Mr. Eclipse.
- Are there any sunspots on the image of the sun?
- Reaction: Is this what you thought it was going to be like? What are some descriptions you might use? (use lots of adjectives!)
