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Earth is one of 8 planets in our solar system; observing the sky reveals patterns in the changing positions of the Sun, Moon, planets and stars
- exploring images, models and representations of the solar system and identifying Earth and other planets, such as images or videos of Earth from space, artworks depicting space, star trail images and physical models of the solar system
- observing that some phenomena in the sky are only visible during the day and others during the night
- creating a class Moon diary across a month, identifying patterns in the changing shape of the Moon and making predictions
- observing and describing short-term and longer-term patterns of events, and regular and irregular events, that occur in the sky, such as the appearance of the Moon and stars at different times of the month or year, the appearance of a full moon, and ‘blue’, ‘blood’ and ‘super’ moons
- exploring how cultural stories of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples describe the patterns in the changing positions of the Sun, Moon and stars
- observing the retrograde motion of a visible planet (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter or Saturn) relative to the background stars each night for a period of time and discussing how this is explained by the oral stories of different Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander groups, for example the Wardaman People’s descriptions of this phenomenon as the old ancestor spirits walking the zodiacal path, both forwards and backwards
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Exploring Space Word Search
Review science vocabulary terms with an engaging space word search.
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If I Could Create My Own Planet Craft Template
Explore planets and let your students get creative by developing their own planet.
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Phases of the Moon Class Display
Learn about the phases of this moon with an out-of-this-world classroom display.
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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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Moon Phases Diagram
Learn the phases of the moon in the southern hemisphere with this set of two posters.
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Formation of Earth - Reading Comprehension Worksheet
Combine reading and science content with a reading comprehension worksheet that focuses on the formation of Earth.
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Objects in the Sky – Interactive Activity
Demonstrate an underestansding of the sun, moon, stars and clouds with this interactive activity.
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Mars vs. Earth - Differentiated Paired Passage Worksheets
Learn about the planets with differentiated compare and contrast passages, activities and writing opportunities.
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Oreo® Moon Phases Worksheet
Explore moon phases with Oreos® in this tasty worksheet.
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Objects in the Sky – Mini Workbook
Observe, describe and illustrate different objects in the sky with this printable mini-workbook.
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Phases of the Moon – Data Worksheet
Analyse tables and calendars to identify when specific moon phases occur with this Phases of the Moon Data Worksheet.
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Moon Phases Booklet
Read, learn and complete comprehension exercises while studying the 8 moon phases.
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Moon Phases – Cut and Paste Activity
Create a diagram showing the different moon phases and their names with this cut-and-paste activity sheet.
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Moon Phases – Teaching Presentation
Learn about the different phases of the moon and how its appearance changes over time with this teaching presentation.
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Printable Space Book - Leveled Reader
Read and learn about outer space with a printable space book for kids.
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The Solar System – Cut and Paste Activity
Use this cut-and-paste activity to make a mini solar system book.
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Planets of the Solar System Posters
Use this set of visually striking and informative posters about the planets of our solar system in your classroom.
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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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Science Sparks - Year 2 Science Activities for Fast Finishers
Use Science Sparks, a collection of year 2 science activities for fast finishers to review science standards during classroom downtime.
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Design a Planet Project
Explore the different planets during this design your own planet project for kids.
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Free Planet Colouring Pages
Use these black and white planet templates as colouring in pages for your students.
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Sun Observation Project
Use observations of the sun to describe patterns that can be predicted with this journal project.
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Objects in the Sky – Writing Prompts
Describe objects in the sky, such as the clouds, moon and sun, with this set of 8 space science writing prompts.
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Moon Phases – Poster Set
Learn about the lunar cycle with this this set of posters showing the different phases of the moon.
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Planet Fact File Pack with Comprehension Worksheets
Learn the facts of each of the planets in our solar system with these planet fact file sheets and accompanying comprehension worksheets.
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Planets Escape Room Activity
Navigate facts about different planets with this fun and engaging escape room style activity with your students.
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Phases of the Moon – Journal Project
Observe, describe and record patterns of the lunar cycle with this moon-tracking project.
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Phases of the Moon Worksheet for Year 2
Challenge year 2 students to label the phases of the moon as they appear in the southern hemisphere with this printable science worksheet.
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Snapshots of the Moon – Moon Tracking Booklet
Obverse the moon over the course of the month and chart observations with this moon phases mini-book.
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Planet Puzzle Match-Up Activity
Use your knowledge of the solar system to complete 8 different planet puzzles.
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Solar System Craft - Mobile of the Solar System
Use this printable solar system craft when learning about the planets and their position in relation to the Sun.
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Individual Planet Posters
Use this set of posters with your space unit to teach about the individual planets.