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Our Solar System Science | Grade 6 back
Curriculum

Grade 6 Science

Sky Science 6-7

Method(s) of Assessment
ICT Outcomes
Introduction
What does our solar system look like, what are the different planets, and how are they similar? How can my computer help me answer these questions?
Activity 1
Use this interactive activity to learn the order of the planets from the sun.
How to Use the Activity
Start Activity
Activity 2
This interactive charting activity will help your students learn about the sizes of the different planets and teach important graph interpretation skills at the same time.
How to Use the Activity
Start Activity
Activity 3
A pre-built “Planets” database allows you to have your students choose a planet and enter information about that planet. Once all the planet information has been entered, sorting and charting activities let you and your students explore similarities and differences such as biggest and smallest, etc.
How to Use the Activity

Download Database Activity (Windows)

Download Database Activity (needs Mac OS 10.3.9 or higher)

Developed with Keith Madge, 2006
   
© inlets 2007