Learning Path
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Neil Armstrong on the Moon - Information
http://www.ducksters.com/biography/explorers/neil_armstrong.php Added: 13 Jul 2016 Contributor: Margaret McGirr Resource type: Case Study / ProjectThe children will be introduced to the story of Neil Armstrong and his visit to the moon as well as the men who went with him and their story.
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- 3-4
- SESE Science
3-4
3-4
Strand: Useful Websites
Suggestions for use: Linked with History , the children will explore the journey of Neil Armstrong as well as watching a short video on his story. English also a blog of his journey as if you were in his shoes.
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Solar System - DK Information
http://www.dkfindout.com/uk/space/solar-system/ Added: 17 Aug 2016 Contributor: Caroline Mahon Resource type: Guide/notes / ReferenceInformation about the Solar System from DK website. The solar system is displayed in a lovely visual whereby pupils can click on any planet in the solar system to gain a deeper insight into the planet. There is also a solar system quiz attached.
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- 3-4
- SESE Science
Strand: Environ. Awareness & Care
Strand unit: Science and the environment
Suggestions for use: Set pupils a solar system project and advice pupils to begin by using this website.
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First Moon Landing Information
http://www.spacekids.co.uk/moon/ Added: 14 Jul 2016 Contributor: Suzanne Conlon Resource type: Guide/notesLots of information about the first landing on the moon with spacekids. Read John F Kennedys speech on the mission to the moon.Listen to the sound clips recorded of the landing. Learn about the early Apollo's and the Apollo 13 rescue. Read about the astronauts also.
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- 3-4
- SESE History
3-4
Strand: Life, Society, Work & Culture
Strand unit: Life since the 1950's
Suggestions for use: Pupils will enjoy reading an olden day speech about the moon mission along with listening to live recordings of the landing on the moon. Pupils could refer to the information when collecting information for their class projects on the moon landing.
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Space for Kids
http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forkid...sclub/flash/index.html#.VaVeOvlViko Added: 14 Jul 2015 Contributor: Karl Meehan Resource type: Assessment / Game / Guide/notes / Audio / Video / PresentationExplore Space through this highly interactive website. Learn about previous NASA missions to space, view the gallery for space related photographs, play some of the interactive games or read interesting facts about space. There is something for all ages.
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1-2
Strand: Natural Environments
Strand unit: Planet Earth in Space
Content objective:
This resource should enable a child to:
- develop familiarity with the spherical nature of the Earth
- identify the sun, the moon, stars, day and night
- recognise the sun as a source of heat and light
3-4
Strand: Natural Environments
Strand unit: Planet Earth in Space
Content objective:
This resource should enable a child to:
- begin to understand the influence of the sun on weather and atmospheric conditions
- understand the importance of sunlight for plants and animals
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Strand: Natural Environments
Strand unit: Planet Earth in Space
Content objective:
This resource should enable a child to:
- become aware of the dangers of sunlight for eyesight and skin
- recognise that the Earth, its moon, the sun, other planets and their satellites are separate bodies and are parts of the solar system
- understand the importance of sunlight as a source of energy for plants and animals
Suggestions for use: The interactive games and presentations can be used on an individual basis or as part of a whole class lesson on the IWB. Some of the reading material is ideal for whole class teaching or can be used as part of project work.
