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Our Solar System
Moving Earth
Using Models
Is Pluto A Planet?
Mission To Pluto
Introduction
Setting the Scene
Our Solar System
Moving Earth
Using Models
Because I Said So!
Is Pluto A Planet?
Mission To Pluto
Putting It All together

Lessons 8 & 9. During these two lessons pupils have the opportunity to present their understanding of the issues involved in deciding whether Pluto is a planet or not to a wider audience. Alternatively, the lessons may enable some pupils to consolidate their knowledge and understanding of 'The Solar System and beyond'. A wide range of projects is suggested suitable for use with individuals or groups of pupils depending on their interest or ability.The outcome could be used to assess the pupils' progress against National Curriculum expectations.

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Ideas

Apollo 10 Route To The Moon   Smart-1 Route To The Moon
     

Moon

 

Crescent Moon

     

Earth

 

Sun

     

Apollo VIII

 

Day & Night Earth

     

Sunset From Shuttle

 

Star Trails

     

Mercury

  Venus
     
Mars   Asteroids
     
Jupiter   Saturn
     
Uranus   Neptune
     
Pluto   Comet
     
Planets Orbiting   Solar System
     

Surface Of Mars Canals

  Surface Of Mars
     
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