EARTH & SPACE

SCIENCE
What is Earth & Space Science?
The Earth and space sciences sub-strand explores Earth's dynamic structure and its
place in the cosmos.The key concepts developed within this sub-strand are:
Earth is part of a solar system that is part of a larger universe.
Earth is subject to change within and on its surface
Students view Earth as part of a solar system, which is part of a galaxy, which is
one of many in the universe
Students investigate the processes that result in change to Earth's surface

Curriculum Links:
Year 6 - Sudden geological changes and extreme weather events can affect Earth’s
surface (ACSSU096)

Incorporating the 5 E's Model:

Throughout our lesson we have incorporated the EXPLORE element of the '5 E's
Model'. We have provided students with activities that allow them to delve into the
concept of 'Earth and Space' through hands on experiences.
Our lesson also encourages students to independently
research subject specific content through the
implementation of open-ended tasks.

Linking our concepts to STEM :

STEM is a specific approach that integrates various
elements of the curriculum with science, for example;
technology and mathematics. In our lesson on volcanoes,
students must re-create a volcanic eruption using various
materials. They must then analyse the outcome and
compare their results to a real-life volcanic eruption.
 Activity 1
Tsunami Effects
Students will watch the representation of the tsunami and record their
findings. Then in small groups brainstorm and discuss questions raised by
the teacher, reporting their findings to the class.

Key Questions:
Do you think anything could be done to prevent damage to the community?
What caused the wave in this experiment?
How are tsunami waves created in nature?A

Activity 2 Activity 3
Measure Match -Up Volcanic Eruptions
Students must match the natural
Students recreate a volcanic
disaster to its correct form of
eruption using play dough, baking
measurement
soda and vinegar.
Research one scale of measurement a
Students draw and label the parts
reflect back to a small group what you
of a volcano
have learnt
Key Questions:
Key Questions:
What do you think will happen to
Why do you think it is important to know
the volcano once you add vinegar?
the scales of natural disasters?
What does the vinegar and baking
What are the causes of some of these
soda represent?
different natural disasters?
What are the different types of
Why are there different scales for
volcanoes you know of?
different natural disasters?

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