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6th Grade Science: Unit 5 – The Solar System and Space Exploration
Enhance your 6th-grade science curriculum with this comprehensive unit on The Solar System and Space Exploration. Aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), this unit covers key astronomy and space science concepts. Students will dive into exciting projects that foster curiosity and deepen their understanding of space through hands-on activities and real-world applications.
What’s Included:
- 5 Detailed Lesson Plans (PDF & editable formats) covering:
- The Sun, Earth, and Moon System
- Phases of the Moon and Eclipses
- The Solar System: Planets and Moons
- Gravity and Orbits
- Space Exploration and Technology
- Google Slide Presentations for each lesson, with visual aids and discussion prompts
- Activities and Group Projects: Hands-on tasks designed for student collaboration and independent learning
- Assessment Tools: Quizzes, rubrics, and project ideas
- Teacher’s Guide: Suggested discussion prompts, teaching tips, and extension ideas
- Student Interactive Notes: Fill-in-the-blank and graphic organizers (PDF)
- Digital Interactive Options: GPT Assistant for lesson adjustments, quiz creation, and student questioning
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the relationships between the Sun, Earth, and Moon, including the phases of the moon and eclipses.
- Explore the characteristics of planets and moons in our solar system.
- Analyze the effects of gravity on celestial bodies and their orbits.
- Investigate how space exploration has advanced technology and deepened our understanding of the universe.
TEKS Alignment:
- 6.11A: Identify the relationship between the Sun, Earth, and Moon, including the phases of the moon and eclipses.
- 6.11B: Investigate the planets and moons in our solar system and their characteristics.
- 6.11C: Explain how gravity influences the motion of celestial bodies and maintains orbits.
- 6.11D: Explore the significance of space exploration and how technology advances our understanding of space.
Preview:
Get a glimpse of the lesson structure and content before purchase.
Pricing:
- Single Lesson Plan: $5
- Full Unit Bundle: $40 (Includes all 5 lesson plans, activities, and assessments)
- Subscription Access: $5/month for ongoing updates and new resources
Free Sample:
Download a free Solar System Worksheet!
Download and Usage Instructions:
- Instant Access: Upon purchase, you’ll receive a download link via email for all files in ZIP format.
- Editable Formats: Google slide presentations are available in editable formats.
- Terms: Personal use only, not for redistribution.
Customer Reviews:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Unit 5 was a huge hit with my students! They loved learning about the phases of the moon and space exploration, and the hands-on gravity activity was fantastic!” — Mr. Carter, Middle School Science Teacher
