EXPLORING THE SOLAR SYSTEM
EXPLORING THE SOLAR SYSTEM
In the lab, students will participate in an activity to explore the different planets in the solar system. Students will learn the order of the planets. Exploration will include different methods used to determine the kinds of planets in our solar system.
Field Trip - APPROXIMATELY 2 HOURS
30 MINUTES – PLANETARIUM SHOW
30 MINUTES – LAB
– Compare and contrast the planets in our solar system
– Discuss surface and atmospheric features of the planets
– Demonstrate the interaction of gravity on objects in our solar system
30 MINUTES – STORE
30 MINUTES – GALLERY TIME
– Explore the Solar System Trail (weather permitting)
– Model the planet distances (inclement weather plan)
TAKE HOME ITEMS
– Space bookmark
VIRTUAL Field Trip - APPROXIMATELY 1 HOUR
30 MINUTES – VIRTUAL CLASS
– Explore what a star is and why they look the way they do
– Learn about constellations
– Investigate shadows
30 MINUTES – Q + A SESSION
– Solar System vs. Galaxy
CURRICULUM PACKET
– Vocabulary Crossword + Word Search
– Star Finder + Instructions
– Moon Book Marks
– Create a Constellation Worksheet
– Pre-recorded Video
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