Exploring Our Solar System

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Our Universe
• Learning area: Science
• Level: Levels 1-3

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

Teacher observation of students' ability to listen attentively, retain information, and discuss facts about our solar system.

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