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Science Grade 6 Astronomy: Solar System

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Science Grade 6 Astronomy: Solar System

3-4 Weeks

Composition of the Solar System

Classification of Astronomical Objects

Astronomical Motions

What is the Solar System and What is it Comprised Of?

How Are Objects in the Solar System Classified?

How Do Obects in the Solar System Move Through Space?

(1)	MST1	Students will use mathematical analysis, scientific inquiry, and engineering design, as appropriate, to pose questions, seek answers, and develop solutions.
(1)	MST2	Students will access, generate, process, and transfer information using appropriate technologies.
(1)	MST3	Students will understand the concepts of and become proficient with the skills of mathematics, communicate and reason mathematically, and become problem solvers by using appropriate tools and strategies, through the integrated study of number sense and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, and statistics and probability.
(1)	MST4	Students will understand and apply scientific concepts, principles, and theories pertaining to the physical setting and living environment and recognize the historical development of ideas in science.
(1)	MST5	Students will apply technological knowledge and skills to design, construct, use, and evaluate products and systems to satisfy human and environmental needs.
(1)	MST6	Students will understand the relationships and common themes that connect mathematics, science, and technology and apply the themes to these and other areas of learning.
(1)	MST7	Students will apply the knowledge and thinking skills of mathematics, science, and technology to address real-life problems and make informed decisions.

Use Technology to Research, Design and Create a Travel Brochure

Use Technology to Create a Class Presentation

Construct, Measure, Calculate and Compare Elliptical Orbits

Draw and Label a Scientific Diagram of the Solar System

Geocentric Theory

Heliocentric Theory

Solar System

Planet

Terrestrial Planet

Gas Giant "Jovian" Planet

Dwarf Planet

Rotation

Revolution

Orbit

Ellipse

Eccentricity

Sun

Star

Fusion

Prominence

Sun Spots

Nebula

Temperature

Color

Actual Brightness

Apparent Brightness

Supernova

Black Hole

Comet

Ion Tail

Dust Tail

Asteroid

Meteoroid

Meteor

Meteorite

Light Year

Galaxy

Elliptical Galaxy

Irregular Galaxy

Spiral Galaxy

Cluster

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