Format
Introduction:
The presenter will introduce the virtual programs experience and explain guidelines for respectful participation throughout the program.
Earth:
The voyage through the solar system
will start on our home planet. Students will make observations about our planet, such as the color of the atmosphere,
the position of the sun, and the Earth’s rocky core.
Into the Solar System:
Away from Earth, the class will travel to an unknown planet in the solar system. Using observations about the physical characteristics of the planet, students will make an educated guess on which planet it is. Students will visit at least one terrestrial planet, and at least one jovian planet.
Return Home:
The presenter will return to Earth and take time for questions from the class.
Objectives
1. Students will compare the movements of objects in the solar system.
2. Students make and describe observations of solar system objects to each other.
3. Students will understand what makes objects in the solar system different from
one another.
Standards Alignment
State Standards
Connections to Minnesota 2019 Science Standards:
0P.1.2.1.1 Collect and organize observational data to determine the effect of sunlight on Earth’s surface.
2E.4.2.1.1 Obtain and use information from multiple sources to identify where
water is found on Earth.
2P.1.1.1.1 Ask questions about an object’s motion based on observation that
can be answered by an investigation.
3E.2.1.1.1 Record observations of the sun, moon, and stars and use them to describe patterns that can be predicted.
3P.1.1.1.1 Ask questions based on observations about why objects in darkness can
be seen only when illuminated.
5E.4.1.1.1 Use evidence to support an argument that the apparent brightness
of the sun and stars is due to their relative distances from Earth.
6E.1.1.1.1 Ask questions that arise from observations of patterns in the movement
of night sky objects to test the limitations of a solar system model.
6E.2.1.1.1 Analyze and interpret data to determine similarities and differences among features and processes occurring on solar system objects.
6E.3.1.1.1 Develop and use scale models of solar system objects to describe the sizes of objects, the location of objects, and the motion of the objects; and include the role that gravity and inertia play in controlling that motion.