A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about the universe and its contents. Students will then progress to learn about our solar system and orbiting objects in space.
Progress checks are available following each success criteria
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: Develop an understanding of what makes up our universe.
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
I can identify components of the universe.
I can describe our solar system.
I can explain why gravity is needed for solar systems to survive.
Powerpoint contains 31 slides.
A 6 page mini-booklet that should ensure students are:
Able to identify longitudinal waves,
Able to identify transverse waves,
Able to describe the amplitude of a wave,
Able to describe the wavelength of a wave,
Able to describe frequency,
Able to identify the effects of amplitude and frequency on sound,
Able to rearrange equations using the triangle,
Able to use the wave speed equation.
Includes reading for understanding tasks.
Suitable for higher ability KS3 students and KS4 students.
A simple settler activity where students need to highlight the correct statements to find the hidden letter.
Topics include:
Forces,
Sound,
Light,
Waves,
Speed,
Energy.