Some will inevitably be brighter than others. The observers may wish to use their own flashlights, covered with red cellophane, to illuminate their activity sheet during the shower. This activity is a good companion to the Star War lesson and the Meteor Math lesson . Students will either count meteors in the simulation or attempt to fill out a visual report form . The simulation requires a few small flashlights.
Small flashlights make much more convincing meteors than large flashlights.
You may want to ask students to bring some in for this lesson. If you are having your students fill out the meteor counting form , make at least one copy per student. The discussion and filling out the form will probably lengthen the lesson to fit your needs. Review the information in the article . Discuss what scientists look for when they are observing meteor showers.