Exploring the Wonders of the Solar System

Learning Outcomes:

• Know the names and characteristics of the planets in our solar system
• Understand the concept of day and night and the Earth's rotation
• Can create a model of the solar system

Methodology:

This lesson will be taught through a combination of interactive discussions, visual aids, and hands-on activities.

Resources/Materials:

• Large poster or chart of the solar system
• Books or videos about the solar system
• Art supplies (colored paper, markers, glue, scissors)
• Modeling clay or playdough

Instructions:

1. Begin the lesson by showing the students a large poster or chart of the solar system. Point out the different planets and briefly discuss their characteristics.

2. Engage the students in a discussion about day and night. Explain that day and night occur because of the Earth's rotation. Use visual aids or a globe to demonstrate this concept.

3. Read a book or watch a video about the solar system together as a class. Encourage the students to ask questions and share their observations.

4. Divide the students into small groups and provide each group with art supplies and modeling clay or playdough.

5. Instruct the students to create their own model of the solar system using the art supplies and clay/playdough. Encourage them to be creative and include all the planets in their model.

6. Once the models are complete, have each group present their solar system to the class. Ask them to explain the position and characteristics of each planet in their model.

Activities:

• Group discussion about the solar system
• Creating a model of the solar system
• Presenting the models to the class

Assessment:

Assess the students' understanding of the lesson through their participation in the group discussion, the accuracy of their model, and their ability to explain the characteristics of each planet.