Learn more about key features of our solar system that you might have studied in previous science classes. You'll need a pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
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Year 10
Activating prior knowledge
Science lesson 1 for year 10 (Series 2)
Stars and planets
Science lesson 2 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn how stars and planets are defined, and how they are different. You'll need a pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
The size of the solar system
Science lesson 3 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn how big the solar system is. You'll need a pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers, counters (pasta shells, beans, pegs) and a space to spread out.
Misconceptions about scale and orbits
Science lesson 4 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn about common misconceptions about the solar system. You'll need a pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
Orbits and the night sky
Science lesson 5 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn how Earth is influenced by orbits and axis tilts. You'll need a pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
Navigation by celestial bodies (part 1)
Science lesson 6 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn how people have developed an understanding of space science as a navigational aid. You'll need a pen or pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
Navigation by celestial bodies (part 2)
Science lesson 7 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn more about how people have developed an understanding of space science as a navigational aid. You'll need a pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
The scientific method
Science lesson 8 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn how to develop a research question and hypothesis. You'll need a pen or pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
Variables in science
Science lesson 9 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn about variables and how scientists distinguish between them in investigations. You'll need a pen or pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
Evaluating sources
Science lesson 10 for year 10 (Series 2)
Learn how to evaluate sources for scientific credibility and analyse them for scientific information. You'll need a pen or pencil and paper or a digital device to record your answers.
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Visit protect yourself online: a guide to cyber security for young people to learn more.
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