Earth, Sun and Moon
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Why this why now
This unit builds on pupils' prior learning from Seasonal changes: autumn and winter, where they explored how Earth's movement causes seasonal changes. In Earth, Sun and Moon, pupils will learn how the Earth’s rotation creates day and night, and how its orbit around the Sun leads to the seasons. This prepares them for the next unit, Our solar system and beyond, where they will further explore the planets, moons, and other features of our solar system, expanding their understanding of space and the universe.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Observe how day length varies
- Recognise that light from the Sun can be dangerous and that there are ways to protect their eyes
Threads
Why this why now
This unit builds on pupils' prior learning from Seasonal changes: autumn and winter, where they explored how Earth's movement causes seasonal changes. In Earth, Sun and Moon, pupils will learn how the Earth’s rotation creates day and night, and how its orbit around the Sun leads to the seasons. This prepares them for the next unit, Our solar system and beyond, where they will further explore the planets, moons, and other features of our solar system, expanding their understanding of space and the universe.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Observe how day length varies
- Recognise that light from the Sun can be dangerous and that there are ways to protect their eyes
Physics
Earth, Sun and Moon
This unit covers the movement of the Earth, moon, and planets, describing them as spherical bodies. It explains Earth's rotation, causing day and night, and the sun's apparent movement. Emphasis is on recording complex data, presenting findings, and evaluating scientific evidence.
12 lessons in unit
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