Solar System Curriculum Theme

5th grade standard

IAnalyze essential principles and ideas about the composition and structure of the universe.

Bloom’s Taxonomy Level

Standard, Supporting Skills, and Examples

(Comprehension)

5.E.2.1.  Students are able to describe the components (Sun, planets, and moons) of the solar system.

  • Relative size
  • Order and relative distance from the Sun and each other

ü      Describe the relative scale of the Earth to the Sun, planets, and the Moon.

 

Background  

Informational site: Kids Astronomy.com

Informational site: Planets

 

Lesson Plans  

Science: KidsAstronomy.com - Teachers Corner

Math: Am I worth my weight in Gold on another Planet?

Science: Edible Solar System Activity  or Bringing the Solar System to Life

 

Student Pages  

Educational Activities: Astro Fun Zone

Information and Activities: Astronomy for Kids

Activities: Solar System Puzzle

Activities: NASA Kids

 

Song from: www.walkthroughlife.com