Hi all, I am Marcella and will be teaching 2nd c;ass again next year. My favourite space fact is that a day on Venus lasts longer than a year on Earth!
Mind Map:
<p style=”text-align: center;”>What is Space?</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>Outer Space</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>The Universe
Stars and Planets
Black Holes
Mysterious Stuff (Dark Matter & Energy)
Space Exploration</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>Exploring space
Satellites and telescopes
Traveling in space
Problems we face in space</p>
For an enquiry based activity in my class, I would start with the prompt question: “How do rockets fly?” Introduce the concept by showing a simple video of a rocket launch. Ask students what they think makes the rocket go up.
Next, conduct a hands-on activity where students build and launch their own mini rockets using materials like paper, straws, and balloons. Guide them to observe how the rocket moves when air is released from the balloon, demonstrating the principle of action and reaction.
Encourage students to modify their designs to see how changes affect the rocket’s flight. Discuss why some rockets go higher than others, linking this to the forces acting on the rocket.
This activity aligns with the SESE Science curriculum, specifically the Energy and Forces strand, promoting inquiry, experimentation, and understanding of scientific principles through active engagement and hands-on learning.