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Geocentric and heliocentric models - Movement of planets in the solar system
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Geocentric and heliocentric models - Movement of planets in the solar system

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Looking at the evolution of theories from geocentric to heliocentric models. How Aristotle’s theory that the Earth was at the centre of all was challenged by others including Copernicus and eventually disproved by Galileo. Resources include: Detailed explanation of geo and helio centric theories Cut and paste exercise to show relative positions of sun and planets Challenge questions to stretch middle and higher ability children Mnemonic exercise to stretch them even further!