Exploring Our Solar System
Discover the wonders of our solar system through exploration, discussion, and hands-on sorting activities.
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Our Universe
- Learning area: Understanding the World
- Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception
Objectives
- Identify and name the planets in our solar system
- Understand the order of planets from the sun
- Sort planets by characteristics
Materials
- Large poster of the solar system
- Planet cutouts or models
- Books about planets
- Sorting mats
Instructions
Discover the wonders of our solar system through exploration, discussion, and hands-on sorting activities.
Assessment
Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Teacher observation of students' ability to listen attentively, retain information, and discuss facts about our solar system.