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 * Earth and Space Questions For Science Journal**

6.9.12

We have been studying the Earth and Space over the past few weeks. Rewrite and answer these questions on page 2 of your science journals to demonstrate your knowledge of what you have learnt.

1) Explain what makes day happen on Earth.   2) How long does it take the earth to move around the sun once? 3) How many major planets are there? Name them (in order from the sun if you can).   4) What is a theory on how the moon may have formed? Is this theory true? Why/ why not? 5) Why does the moon change shape?

3rd Term Science, Earth's Place in Space http://nineplanets.org/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgNdN9ugs3o

Earth's Place in Space ** Space Assignment **
 * 5/6, 2012 **
 * This unit focuses on the earth and its surroundings. The earth is part of a changing system. **
 * Students will complete a digital information report about one planet in our Solar System. **

First, get to know your planet. Read as much information about the planet as you can find. Try the Internet, the library; try the [|NASA web site], [|Zoom Astronomy] , [|Nine Planets] , an encyclopedia, and individual books on astronomy and the Solar System. As you're reading about your planet, take notes on key information, such as your planet's size, temperature range, its position in the [|Solar System], moons, atmosphere, any unusual features, when it was discovered, etc. A [|graphic organizer can be useful for this]. Complete planet report graphic organizer before you begin digital presentation. Share your planner with a teacher. (Conference )
 * Getting Started: **


 * The Structure of the Planet Assignment ** :   Start your assignment with an introductory paragraph that states the main ideas that you will be researching. Then write at least four to five paragraphs that clearly describe your planet. Each paragraph should cover one topic (for example, you should have one paragraph that covers the planet's location in the Solar System, how far it is from the Sun, and how long its year is). End the assignment with a closing paragraph that summarizes what you wrote and learned.
 * Topics to Research and Include in Your Assignment **  When you research your planet; try to answer as many of the following questions as you can:
 * The Planet's Name ** : What does its name mean? Many planets were named after mythological gods.
 * Position in the Solar System ** : Where is your planet located (for example, Mars in the fourth planet from the Sun)? How far from the Sun does it orbit. Is its orbit unusual?
 * Rotation on its Axis ** : How long does it take for your planet to rotate on its own axis? (This is one day on your planet.)
 * Size ** : How big is your planet? How does it rate in terms of the other planets in terms of size (is it the biggest, the smallest)? What is your planet's mass?
 * Gravity ** : What is the force of gravity at the surface of your planet? For example, how much would a 100-kilogram person weigh on that planet?
 * Orbit ** : How long does it take for your planet to orbit the Sun? (This is one year on Earth.)
 * Atmosphere ** : What is the composition of the atmosphere of your planet? Is it a thick or a thin atmosphere?
 * Temperature ** : What is the temperature range of your planet? How does this compare to the temperature on Earth?
 * Composition of Your Planet and its Appearance ** : What type of planet is it (is it rocky or a gas giant)? What is its internal composition? What does your planet look like?
 * Moons ** : If there are moons orbiting your planet, describe them and when they were discovered.
 * Rings ** : If there are rings orbiting your planet, describe them and when they were discovered.
 * How Would a Human Being Fare on Your Planet ** : On your planet, would a person choke in the atmosphere, be squashed by the extreme gravity, float with ease, freeze, burn up, or something else?
 * Something Special ** : Is there anything special about your planet? This can often be the best part of the report, taking you off on interesting topics. For example, are there 100-year-long storms on your planet? Are there giant volcanoes? Does your planet have a very tilted axis (giving it extreme seasons)? Have spacecraft visited your planet? If so, what have they discovered?
 * Discovery of Your Planet ** : The planets that are not visible using the naked eye were discovered after the invention of the telescope (these are Uranus, Neptune, and Dwarf Planet Pluto). Tell when your planet was discovered and by whom.

You are required to prepare and created a digital presentation about the planet of your choice. The presentation should include voice, music, text and images. Only include images, which are copyright free. Complete all parts of the project using quality work standards. Use the following checklist to ensure you cover everything. ⃞ Podcast includes sound, images, text and music ⃞ Bibliography ⃞ Check Rubric to make sure work is of high standard ⃞ Well researched, used different sites ⃞ Accurate & HOT information ⃞ Interesting and using all thinking levels ⃞ All parts completed ⃞ Appropriate maps, pictures, graphs, charts ⃞ No plagiarism; information is in my own words ⃞ Time was planned and used well ⃞ Glossary ⃞ Check that your grammar, spelling, and punctuation are correct. Make sure to use complete sentences and write neatly! ⃞ Proofread your assignment for errors before you hand it in Complete the planning document. Conference with a teacher.
 * Presentation of Assignment **
 * Use Quality Work Standards **


 * Name **
 * PLANET REPORT GRAPHIC ORGANISER **
 * ** Planet’s Name - ** || ** Draw the Planet ** ||
 * ** Meaning of Planet’s Name - ** ||^  ||
 * ** Position in Solar System ** ||^  ||
 * ** Size ** ||^  ||
 * ** Moons ** ||^  ||
 * ** Rings ** ||^  ||
 * ** Gravity ** ||^  ||
 * ** Atmosphere ** ||^  ||
 * ** Temperature ** ||
 * ** Rotation on Axis ** ||
 * ** Composition of Planet ** ||
 * ** How a human being would fare on this planet ** ||
 * ** Discovery of this planet ** ||
 * ** Special information ** ||
 * ** References ** ||

** 1 ** || ** Developing ** ** 2 ** || ** Accomplished ** ** 3 ** || ** Excellent ** ** 4 ** || ** Score ** ||
 * The Following is a Rubric For Assessing each Part of Your Research Assignment ** :
 * ** . ** || ** Beginning **
 * ** Introduction ** || Disorganized, no information on what is to come || Gives too little information. || Summarizes report || Concise, well-written introduction || . ||
 * ** Research Part 1 (the planet's name, position in the Solar System, its size, mass, gravity at the surface, orbit, length of year and day) ** || Does not cover all appropriate topics || Covers some of the appropriate topics. || Covers most of the appropriate topics. || All appropriate topics covered well. Also includes interesting facts. || . ||
 * ** Research Part 2 (the planet's atmosphere, temperature range, internal composition, moons, rings, how a person would fare on the planet, discovery, unusual features, etc.) ** || Does not cover all appropriate topics || Covers some of the appropriate topics. || Covers most of the appropriate topics. || All appropriate topics covered well. Also includes interesting facts. || . ||
 * ** Spelling/Grammar ** || Many spelling and grammatical errors || A few errors || Only one or two errors || Spelling and grammar perfect || . ||
 * ** Presentation ** || Illegible, messy || Almost illegible || Legible writing, accompanying illustrations || Well organized presentation, typed or written using a word processor, accompanying illustrations || . ||
 * ** References ** || No references || A single reference, incomplete citation || Several references with incomplete citations || Many references, listed in appropriate format || . ||
 * ** Timeliness ** || Over a week late || A week late || A day or two late || Handed in on time || . ||