Resource Detail: Science Object

	Solar System: A Look at the Planets
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Type of Resource:	Science Object
Average Rating:	based on 6 reviews
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Grade Level:	Elementary School, High School, Middle School

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Science Objects are two hour on-line interactive inquiry-based content modules that help teachers better understand the science content they teach. This Science Object is the second of four Science Objects in the Solar System SciPack. It explores the similarities and differences in the planets that make up our solar system. Each planet moves around the Sun in the same direction in a nearly circular orbit, though each planet has its own unique orbital period and speed. The planets vary in size, surface and atmospheric composition, and surface features. In orbit around the planets, we find a great variety of moons, flat rings of rock and ice debris, and/or artificial satellites. Features of many of the planets and their moons show evidence of formation and evolutionary processes similar to those that occur on Earth. These processes include earthquakes, lava flows, erosion, and changes in the atmosphere.

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Getting to Know the Solar System

Posted in Earth and Space Science by Adah Stock on Tue Apr 12, 2011 10:39 AM

Ladies: This is great news that your students enjoyed learning about the solar system. I am glad you joined the discus...

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Science Discipline: (mouse over for full classification)	Planets
Intended User Role:	Elementary-Level Educator, High-School Educator, Middle-Level Educator, Teacher
Educational Issues:	Inquiry learning, Professional development, Teacher content knowledge, Teaching strategies

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National Standards Correlation

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Earth Science
- Earth in the solar system
  - The earth is the third planet from the sun in a system that includes the moon, the sun, eight other planets and their moons, and smaller objects, such as asteroids and comets. (5-8)

Process Standards for Professional Development
- Research-Based
  - Address teachers' needs as learners and build on their current knowledge of science content, teaching, and learning. (NSES)
- Design
  - Introduce teachers to scientific literature, media, and technological resources that expand their science knowledge and their ability to access further knowledge. (NSES)
- Learning
  - Build on the teacher's current science understanding, ability, and attitudes. (NSES)

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User Reviews

	Terrestrials vs Gas Giants
	Lorrie Armfield (Laurel, MD) on December 8, 2011
	This is an excellent source for reviewing information as it pertains to the inner and outer planets of our solar system. From the small, dense terrestrial planets with rocky surfaces, to the much larger and more massive jovian planets, NSTA presents the material in a way to actively engage even the most apprehensive of learners. An added addition is the inclusion of the now ‘dwarf planet’ Pluto and its moon Charon. I especially like the videos and the pictures taken from various telescopes. The matching activity is definitely a bonus.

	Check this one out!!!
	Anthony O'Bannon on February 19, 2012
	A great way to start into a study of the planets and early planetary theory!

	Perfect amount of background
	Laura on February 25, 2012
	This gave me just the right amount of background on the Solar System so that I feel I can answer my third graders' questions without having to check online. Just right. Thank you.

	Great Article
	Andrea H on July 30, 2012
	Great information on the solar system.

	Good
	Kelly (Brewster, NY) on January 19, 2012
	I'll be using pieces of this to help create my lessons. It was helpful.

	Good for Beginning Solar System Understanding
	Kate Geer (Louisville, CO) on October 11, 2010
	This is a great resource to introduce teachers to the planet in the solar system. It gives good background information on each planet. It also have lots of visual images and charts to organize content. It discusses Pluto's change of status to a dwarf planet as well.

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