Lesson Plan: P2.6.01

Hamble Lesson Observation Plan
Learning About
What makes up the Solar System?
Keywords:
  • Satellite: A satellite is an object that orbits a larger object in space. (1)
  • Solar system: The Solar System consists of the Sun with planets in orbit around it. (1)
  • Planets: Large object of matter that orbits a star. (1)
  • Sun: The Sun is a star. It gives out heat and light through nuclear fusion. (1)
Memory Anchor:
Method Precise Learning Objective Linked Question / Activity
(Designed for maximum working out)
Stepping Stones Pitstop Check
(Thinking Map)
(Physics only) Within our solar system there is one star, the Sun, plus the eight planets and the dwarf planets that orbit around the Sun. (Physics only) What is contained within our solar system?

(Physics only) Natural satellites, the moons that orbit planets, are also part of the solar system. (Physics only) What are natural satellites?

(Physics only) Our solar system is a small part of the Milky Way galaxy. (Physics only) What is our solar system part of?

LEARN DIAGRAM

Research activity - factfile on planets and stellar bodies. Stretch - Define the different terms. Challenge - Describe the forces involved within the solar system and galaxy. GF: Explain why Venus has a higher temperature than Mercury.

Links To the Big Ideas
ForcesParticlesEnergyCells