Virtual Space Station Tour
Experience space exploration through virtual and augmented reality, visiting the International Space Station or viewing 3D spacecraft.
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Our Universe
- Learning area: Understanding the World
- Level: EYFS Reception
Objectives
- Experience virtual or augmented reality content about space
- Navigate a virtual environment
- Describe observations from the virtual experience
Materials
- Tablets or devices with AR/VR apps
- AR space apps (NASA's Spacecraft AR or similar)
- Virtual tour of ISS (age-appropriate video)
- Observation recording sheets
Instructions
Experience space exploration through virtual and augmented reality, visiting the International Space Station or viewing 3D spacecraft.
Educator tip
Check that all apps work before the lesson. Some students may be overwhelmed by VR, offer alternatives like viewing on a regular screen.
Assessment
Assess against Early Learning Goals (ELGs). Document evidence of 'expected' or 'exceeding' descriptors. Note: independent application of skills, ability to explain reasoning, and capacity to build on prior learning. Teacher observation of student's ability to engage with virtual content and describe their observations.