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the force of gravity keeps Earth and other planets in the solar system in orbit around the Sun; cyclic observable phenomena, including variable day and night length, can be related to Earth’s tilt, rotation on its axis and revolution around the Sun
- exploring simulations of the solar system, such as a pocket solar system, to appreciate the distances and relationships between the Sun and planets
- recognising that gravity keeps the planets in orbit around the Sun
- using three-dimensional models or role-play to model how Earth’s rotation on its axis causes day and night
- using virtual simulations or real-time views of Earth from space to investigate why different regions on Earth, such as the South Pole, have a long period of sunlight and a long period of darkness during one revolution of Earth around the Sun
- using three-dimensional models to investigate how the tilt of Earth points one hemisphere towards the Sun and the other away at different times of the year, and predicting how this affects the amount of sunlight on the surface of different regions on Earth
- researching Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ understandings of the night sky and its use for timekeeping purposes as evidenced in oral cultural records, rock paintings, paintings and stone arrangements
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Exploring Space Word Search
Review science vocabulary terms with an engaging space word search.
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Planets of Our Solar System PowerPoint
Explore information about the planets in our solar system and their position in relation to the Sun.
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Planets of the Solar System – Project Template
Create a visual display of information about the planets of the solar system using this project template.
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Objects in Space Graphic Organiser Pack
Research other features in the solar system besides the sun and the planets with an Objects in Space Graphic Organiser.
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Movement of the Sun, Earth and Moon Model
Demonstrate the interplay and movements of the sun, Earth and moon with this hands-on model.
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Planets in Order – The Solar System
Show the planets in order with this beautifully designed printable science poster.
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Planets of the Solar System Flipbook
Discover each of the planets of the solar system with this engaging flip book template.
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Planets Collaborative Colouring Display
Combine colouring with awareness of the planets and the solar system with this collaborative colouring sheet.
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The Moon of Planet Earth Worksheet
Engage your students with a high-interest reading passage about the moon with this informative article and accompanying response sheet.
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Earth and Space Vocabulary Posters
Display this set of 18 mini-posters in your classroom when learning about Earth and space vocabulary.
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Space - Word Wall Vocabulary
Use these space vocabulary words and space terms to unlock the solar system for your elementary students as they learn about space, the solar system, and the world far beyond your school.
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Earth's Rotation and Revolution PowerPoint
Explore the difference between rotation and revolution while learning about the day and night cycle, what causes the seasons to change and more with this teaching presentation.
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Phases of the Moon – Comprehension Worksheet
Analyse different moon phases and how their visual appearances change over time with this reading comprehension worksheet.
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Orbital Period of Planets Poster and Worksheet
Learn about the time it takes each planet to orbit the sun with this poster and cut-and-paste worksheet for your students.
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Earth, Sun and Moon – Comprehension Worksheet
Read about and compare physical characteristics of the Eath, sun and moon with this reading comprehension sheet.
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Planets of Our Solar System – Worksheet
Use this worksheet to review planet order, features and classifications.
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Order of the Planets Banner
Display this banner visually showing the order of the planets for students when they are learning about the solar system.
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The Solar System to Scale
Display information about the order, scale and the diameter of the planets with this colourful science poster.
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Moon Phases Diagram
Learn the phases of the moon in the southern hemisphere with this set of two posters.
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What Causes the Seasons to Change? – Teaching Presentation
Explore what causes the seasons to change and learn about solstices and equinoxes with this teaching presentation.
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All About the Sun – Comprehension Worksheet
Integrate science and reading while learning about the Sun with this comprehension worksheet.
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Rotation vs. Revolution Poster Set
Display information in your classroom about the differences between rotation and revolution with this poster set.
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Individual Planet Posters
Use this set of posters with your space unit to teach about the individual planets.
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Day and Night – Worksheet
Encourage your students to illustrate the day and night cycle with this free worksheet.
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The Relative Distance From the Sun to Earth
Scaled images of the sun and Earth to use when exploring relative size and distance.
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The Solar System in Our Space — Mathematics Investigation
A mathematics investigation about number and the scale of the solar system, embedded in a real-world context.
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Earth's Rotation – Flipbook
Model and explain how Earth’s rotation causes the sun to move across the sky with this interactive flipbook.
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Interplay of the Sun, Earth and Moon Poster
A poster showing the interplay of the Sun, Earth and Moon.
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Night and Day Word Wall
A set of vocabulary words related to night and day.
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Day and Night Cycle Poster
Display information about Earth’s day and night cycle with this colourful science poster.
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Planets of the Solar System Factbook & Worksheet
Bring the planets in the solar system into focus with a fun worksheet that can be turned into a factbook!
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Solar and Lunar Eclipse Posters
Display these solar and lunar eclipse diagrams in your classroom when learning about the alignment of the Sun, Earth and moon.