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First and Second Grades:

• Relate that the earth is a very small part of the universe.
• Compare the relative sizes and positions of the bodies in our solar system.
• Recognize objects in space.
• Distinguish between stars, planets, and moons.
• Distinguish among asteroids, meteors and comets.
• Recognize constellations as star patterns.
• State that the sun is always shining.
• Describe the differences between day and night.
• Demonstrate that the rotation of the earth causes day and night.
• State why it is impossible to feel the earth move.
• State the reason for the apparent motion of the moon across the sky.

Third Grade:

Goal #1: Students will have a working knowledge of our solar system.

Students will:

• Compare the size and surfaces of the sun, moon, and earth.
• Create craters by using sand and rocks.
• Investigate the motions of the earth and moon.
• Identify the phases of the moon and learn why they occur.
• Understand the causes of eclipses.
• Learn about the planets and their positions in the solar system.
• Compare the orbits of the earth and moon.
• Understand the new moon phase.

 

Goal #2: Students will have a working knowledge of the principles of scientific research and their application in simple research projects.

Students will:

• Work with partners to research and write reports on the sun and planets.
• Construct a model of the solar system.
• Create a web page which compiles their research.

 

Fourth Grade:

Goal #1: Students will have a working knowledge of our universe and constellations.

Students will:

• Understand the moon phases.
• Chart the relationship of planets to the sun.
• Investigate the pull of gravity.
• Understand comets, asteroids, and meteors.
• Learn how to graph constellations
• Design a "time line" in Space.
• Draw signs of the zodiac.

Goal #2: Students will have a working knowledge of the principles of scientific research and their application in simple research projects.

Students will:

• Work with partners to research and write reports on the universe and constellations.
• Design a trip to a new planet.
• Construct a project of a constellation.
• Explore new worlds through science and technology.
• Create a web page which compiles their research.

 

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