Movements of the Earth and Planets

Duration: 1 Weeks / 3½ Hours

After the completion of Topic 2 the learners will be able to:

  • demonstrate the movement of Earth (rotation and revolution) with body movements and models
  • explain why day and night occur
  • differentiate between revolution and rotation
  • discuss why we have a leap year every 4th year

Content and Concepts: Please select a sub-category below

You will need

Equipment

  • Computer
  • Data Projector
  • Speakers
  • Internet connection

Powerpoints and Photocopies

Available on category pages
  • PowerPoint 1
  • Worksheets: A, B & C
  • Quiz

School Resources

  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Playground/sports field

Other

  • Orange
  • Pencil
  • Any fruit
  • Calculators
  • Water
  • Globe
  • Lamp