Section outline

  • Our Galaxy - the Milky wayThe Bg Bang Theory - History of the Universe

    Context: Space & Time

    Big Ideas:  Space has always fascinated mankind.  During the past few years there has been a renewed commitment and effort to explore the Moon, Mars, other planets and celestial bodies. This term we will be focussing on aspects from Planet Earth & Beyond and the Physics of space exploration including time.  

    5c's - Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creativity & Citizenship

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING the concepts of space and becoming familiar with scientific terms relating to space exploration.
    • We are EXPLORING the concepts of physics relating to forces, motion & time.
    Success Criteria:    I can/have:
    • Described the Solar System.
    • Explained the models of the Solar System.
    • completed the investigations and collected the raw data in a table
    • Understand that we see different constellations at different times of the year due to the Earth's movement around the Sun.
    • Understand the significance of sighting the Matariki constellation in determining the Māori New Year.
    • Appreciate the celebrations surrounding Matariki and its significance in Māori culture.
    • Find the Matariki star cluster using Tautoru (Orion's Belt) and Taumata-kuku (Aldebaran).
    Activities:
    Teacher led discussion regarding space exploration.
    Please complete assigned tasks from Google Classroom & Education Perfect.

    Science Fair - Assessment 2 reminder:
    Make sure you have photographs as evidence of your Science Investigation.
    Make sure you have got your Science Fair board organised
    Your Science Fair Board and log book are due Friday 7th August.  Upload a photograph of the science fair board the google document on MHOL for marking.