[Sean Furlong]

I think the children would really enjoy seeing the video about Neil Armstrong landing on the moon. They love engaging with videos and pictures from ‘long ago’.

[Sean Furlong]

The Planets
Objective:
Students will learn about the planets in our solar system through a fun and engaging song and activity
Materials:

• Planet Song
• Planet images
• Paper
• Crayons or markers
• Scissors
• Glue sticks
• Large paper for a solar system collage

1. Introduction:
   • Show a picture of the solar system.
   • Briefly introduce the planets: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.
2. Engagement:
   • Play the Planet Song video.
   • Encourage students to sing along and do simple hand motions for each planet.
3. Activity:
   • Show children the planet images and discuss various characteristics of each planet
   • Ask children to recreate a planet and cut it out
   • Children glue colored planets onto a large paper to create a class solar system collage.
4. Review:
   • Sing the Planet Song again, pointing to each planet on the collage.
   • Ask students to name their favorite planet and share one fact they learned.

Conclusion:
Reinforce the planet names and positions, fostering excitement and curiosity about space exploration

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[Sean Furlong]

Thank you for the link to this book. I will have a look into that.

[Sean Furlong]

Using an inquiry-based activity in the classroom can significantly enhance students’ engagement and understanding of scientific concepts. Here’s how I might implement it:

I would begin by introducing a real-world problem or question related to space exploration, such as “How can we design a sustainable habitat for astronauts on Mars?” Provide students with background information and relevant resources. Organize students into small groups and guide them to brainstorm potential solutions, encouraging them to ask questions and conduct research.

Facilitate hands-on experiments and simulations using resources, such as building models or conducting simulations of Martian environments. As students work through their inquiries, I would prompt them to make observations, collect data, and analyze their findings.

Throughout the process, I would encourage critical thinking and problem-solving. Concluding with a class discussion where groups present their solutions and reflect on their learning. This approach fosters collaboration, creativity, and a deeper understanding of scientific principles.

[Sean Furlong]

Hi I am Sean I teach in a senior boys school. My favourite space fact is:

One million earths could fit inside the sun.

It makes me reflect on our significance and reminds me not to sweat the small stuff 🙂

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