Sensational Solar Systems!
by Jonathan Bailey
Students will be able to identify the planets in our solar system, describe the difference between rotation and revolution, and engineer a three dimensional model of our solar system.
Lesson Grade Level
5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1K6YfzzaToliPYHZ2broCoEZ4sTrUvrNTOvM8rMk…Subject Area
Science Earth and Space Science E1: Earth Systems E2: Earth & the Universe Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S4: Apply Science to Engineering S5: Apply Technology to Engineering English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Writing Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
Grades:
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Grades:
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Grades:
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