Earth and Space (aimed at Key Stage 2)
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This lesson covers the solar system, geocentric and heliocentric theories and how to tell the time using the Sun. Also featured are some of the astronauts who have travelled into space, the International Space Station and the current Mars missions. There are five sections:
- Earth, Sun and Moon
- The solar system
- Is the Earth or the Sun at the centre of the solar system?
- Telling the time using the Sun
- People who have travelled into space
The lesson package includes an engaging and informative PowerPoint consisting of over 35 slides. It starts with objectives, has a worksheet to complete as the lesson progresses and includes three activities which can be completed in class or given as homework. The PowerPoint includes several links to short videos on YouTube to illustrate the lesson. Notes and answers to the worksheet and activities are included.
For other resources in the series please see Sparrow Lessons on TES