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Which subjectHistory
What age groupYear or Grade 5
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Lesson Starter: Exploring Our Cosmic Neighbourhood

Introduction: The Great Space Mystery

Good morning, class! Today, we are going to embark on an exciting journey beyond our planet, right into the heart of our own solar system! But before we blast off, let’s dive into a little mystery.

The Cosmic Countdown

Imagine This...

Imagine you are the captain of a spaceship, ready to take off on an adventure to explore the wonders of Earth and space. As you stand at the control panel, you notice a huge treasure map laid out before you, detailing all the incredible places in our solar system you could visit. But wait! There's a problem; some of the clues on your map have gone missing!

Your Mission

Work in Teams

In pairs, discuss the following questions:

  1. What do you think might be the most interesting planet to visit and why?
  2. Can you name any other celestial bodies in our solar system?
  3. What would you pack for your space journey?

After a few minutes of discussion, we will gather together and share your ideas!

The Big Reveal

Now that we’ve warmed up, let's see what we can find on our treasure map. I’m going to show you some fascinating images and facts about Earth and our neighbouring planets. Get ready to be amazed!

Regroup and Explore

Once we finish seeing the treasures on our cosmic map, we’ll be ready to jump into our main lesson, where we’ll learn more about the Earth and our incredible solar system, including the Sun, the Moon, and the planets that orbit around it.

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of space? Let’s begin our adventure!