Gravity in the Solar System
aligned to Ms-ess1-2. Develop And Use A Model To Describe The Role Of Gravity In The Motions Within Galaxies And The Solar System. Ms-ess1-3. Analyze And Interpret Data To Determine Scale Properties Of Objects In The Solar System
Learning Objective
I can use a model to show how gravity affects the motion of objects in our solar system.
Lesson Flow
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Planets of our Solar System for Kids
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Planets are spheres that orbit the sun.
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The four rocky planets closest to the sun are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.
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Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are gas planets that are the furthest planets from the sun.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Draw a model showing the eight primary planets in our solar system orbiting the sun. Label each planet.”
Teacher Guide
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