Description
Country/Province of Interest
Canada/Ontario
Curriculum Connection
**New Ontario Science Curriculum 2022**
Grade 6: Strand E - Earth & Space Systems
E2.1 identify components of the solar system, including the Sun, Earth and other planets, natural satellites, comets, asteroids, and meteoroids, and describe their main physical characteristics
E2.2 distinguish between the concepts of mass and weight
E2.3 describe the relationship between the force of gravity and the weight of a body
E2.4 identify the types of bodies in space that emit light and those that reflect light
What’s Included?
Topic 1: The Sun and the Stars
The article is about the Sun and stars. It describes the Sun as a special star and the closest one to Earth, explaining its size, composition, and the vital role it plays in providing light, heat, and energy to support life on our planet. The Sun's atmosphere and the process of nuclear fusion are also discussed. Additionally, the article introduces stars as big balls of gas that emit light and heat, coming in various sizes and colors. It outlines the life cycle of stars, from birth to their eventual transformations, and emphasizes their significance in the universe's ecosystem.
Topic 2: The Moon
The article is about the Moon, Earth's natural satellite. It explores the Moon's characteristics, including its pockmarked appearance with craters, mountains, valleys, and plains called Maria. The phases of the Moon are discussed, explaining how different portions are illuminated as it orbits Earth. It clarifies that the Moon reflects the Sun's light and doesn't emit its own light. The article also highlights the difference in mass and weight between the Earth and the Moon, and how our understanding of the Moon deepens our knowledge of the universe.
Topic 3: The Planets
The article is about the planets in our solar system, both inner and outer planets. It highlights the unique physical characteristics of each planet, from the inner terrestrial planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars) with solid surfaces to the outer gas giants (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune) primarily composed of gases. The article discusses the differences in composition and size between the inner and outer planets. It also explains how planets reflect light from the Sun to become visible in the night sky and emphasizes the importance of studying planets to uncover the mysteries of the universe
Topic 4: Asteroids, Meteors and Comets
The article explores asteroids, meteors, and comets in our solar system. It describes the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, where countless rocky objects traverse. Meteors are shooting stars formed when asteroids enter Earth's atmosphere. Comets, composed of icy materials and dust, create glowing comas and tails when approaching the Sun. Scientists study these celestial objects for valuable insights into our solar system and cosmos.
Each Topic Above Includes The Following:
- Lesson Plan
- Article
- Worksheet
- Inquiry Question
- Inquiry Question Rubric
- Answer Key
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Description
Country/Province of Interest
Canada/Ontario
Curriculum Connection
**New Ontario Science Curriculum 2022**
Grade 6: Strand E - Earth & Space Systems
E2.1 identify components of the solar system, including the Sun, Earth and other planets, natural satellites, comets, asteroids, and meteoroids, and describe their main physical characteristics
E2.2 distinguish between the concepts of mass and weight
E2.3 describe the relationship between the force of gravity and the weight of a body
E2.4 identify the types of bodies in space that emit light and those that reflect light
What’s Included?
Topic 1: The Sun and the Stars
The article is about the Sun and stars. It describes the Sun as a special star and the closest one to Earth, explaining its size, composition, and the vital role it plays in providing light, heat, and energy to support life on our planet. The Sun's atmosphere and the process of nuclear fusion are also discussed. Additionally, the article introduces stars as big balls of gas that emit light and heat, coming in various sizes and colors. It outlines the life cycle of stars, from birth to their eventual transformations, and emphasizes their significance in the universe's ecosystem.
Topic 2: The Moon
The article is about the Moon, Earth's natural satellite. It explores the Moon's characteristics, including its pockmarked appearance with craters, mountains, valleys, and plains called Maria. The phases of the Moon are discussed, explaining how different portions are illuminated as it orbits Earth. It clarifies that the Moon reflects the Sun's light and doesn't emit its own light. The article also highlights the difference in mass and weight between the Earth and the Moon, and how our understanding of the Moon deepens our knowledge of the universe.
Topic 3: The Planets
The article is about the planets in our solar system, both inner and outer planets. It highlights the unique physical characteristics of each planet, from the inner terrestrial planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars) with solid surfaces to the outer gas giants (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune) primarily composed of gases. The article discusses the differences in composition and size between the inner and outer planets. It also explains how planets reflect light from the Sun to become visible in the night sky and emphasizes the importance of studying planets to uncover the mysteries of the universe
Topic 4: Asteroids, Meteors and Comets
The article explores asteroids, meteors, and comets in our solar system. It describes the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, where countless rocky objects traverse. Meteors are shooting stars formed when asteroids enter Earth's atmosphere. Comets, composed of icy materials and dust, create glowing comas and tails when approaching the Sun. Scientists study these celestial objects for valuable insights into our solar system and cosmos.
Each Topic Above Includes The Following:
- Lesson Plan
- Article
- Worksheet
- Inquiry Question
- Inquiry Question Rubric
- Answer Key
