Exploring Solar System Scale with Ratios and Proportions
by Jessica Leonard
Students will work together to create a scale to build the solar system using ratios and proportions.
Lesson Grade Level
6th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ioi4_vymYstQH50Y4a7Y2s81EYpMF7yK/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Earth and Space Science E2: Earth & the Universe Engineering S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Ratio and Proportion (RP)
Featured
Off
Related Content
Grades:
6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
This lesson is designed to encourage students to explore their interests and pursue their passions while diving into the world of STEM. This lesson takes place in a classroom for one semester. 1 hour
Grades:
8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade
Students use what they know about similar triangles to create a problem. They will use laser pointers and a small mirror to create a problem requiring students to point the laser beam at the mirror to
Grades:
6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Students will learn the importance of clear, precise communication by directing a partner to navigate a drone through an obstacle course. This exercise will draw parallels to writing clear and