Earth's Axis
Poster explains how an axis is an imaginary straight line that runs through the North Pole, earth’s centre and the South Pole. The axis is tilted at an angle of 23.5°. The movement of the earth on its own axis is called a rotation.
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Learning goals
- We are learning to recognise Earth is a planet in the Solar System and identify patterns in the changing position of the sun, moon, planets and stars in the sky.
Curriculum alignment
AC9S2U01
9
Recognise Earth is a planet in the solar system and identify patterns in the changing position of the sun, moon, planets and stars in the sky
AC9S2I01
9
Pose questions to explore observed simple patterns and relationships and make predictions based on experiences
AC9S3I06
9
Write and create texts to communicate findings and ideas for identified purposes and audiences, using scientific vocabulary and digital tools as appropriate
AC9S3I05
9
Compare findings with those of others, consider if investigations were fair, identify questions for further investigation and draw conclusions
AC9S3H01
9
Examine how people use data to develop scientific explanations
AC9S2H01
9
Describe how people use science in their daily lives, including using patterns to make scientific predictions
AC9S3I04
9
Construct and use representations, including tables, simple column graphs and visual or physical models, to organise data and information, show simple relationships and identify patterns
AC9S3I02
9
Use provided scaffolds to plan and conduct investigations to answer questions or test predictions, including identifying the elements of fair tests, and considering the safe use of materials and equipment
AC9S3I01
9
Pose questions to explore observed patterns and relationships and make predictions based on observations
AC9S3I03
9
Follow procedures to make and record observations, including making formal measurements using familiar scaled instruments and using digital tools as appropriate
ACSIS215
8.4
Compare results with predictions, suggesting possible reasons for findings
ACSHE050
8.4
Science involves making predictions and describing patterns and relationships
ACSIS060
8.4
Represent and communicate observations, ideas and findings using formal and informal representations
ACSIS053
8.4
With guidance, identify questions in familiar contexts that can be investigated scientifically and make predictions based on prior knowledge
ACSIS058
8.4
Reflect on investigations, including whether a test was fair or not
ACSIS057
8.4
Use a range of methods including tables and simple column graphs to represent data and to identify patterns and trends
ACSIS054
8.4
With guidance, plan and conduct scientific investigations to find answers to questions, considering the safe use of appropriate materials and equipment
ACSIS055
8.4
Consider the elements of fair tests and use formal measurements and digital technologies as appropriate, to make and record observations accurately
ST2-1WS-S
old
Questions, plans and conducts scientific investigations, collects and summarises data and communicates using scientific representations
ST2-10ES-S
old
Investigates regular changes caused by interactions between the Earth and the Sun, and changes to the Earth’s surface
ST2-3DP-T
old
Defines problems, describes and follows algorithms to develop solutions
ST2-9PW-ST
old
Describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion
ST2-8PW-ST
old
Describes the characteristics and effects of common forms of energy, such as light and heat
ST2-11DI-T
old
Describes how digital systems represent and transmit data
ST2-7MW-T
old
Investigates the suitability of natural and processed materials for a range of purposes
ST2-6MW-S
old
Describes how adding or removing heat causes a change of state
ST2-5LW-T
old
Describes how agricultural processes are used to grow plants and raise animals for food, clothing and shelter
ST2-4LW-S
old
Compares features and characteristics of living and non-living things
ST2-2DP-T
old
Selects and uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity
VCSIS070
Compare results with predictions, suggesting possible reasons for findings
VCSIS066
Suggest ways to plan and conduct investigations to find answers to questions including consideration of the elements of fair tests
VCSIS071
Reflect on an investigation, including whether a test was fair or not
VCSIS067
Safely use appropriate materials, tools, equipment and technologies
VCSIS068
Use formal measurements in the collection and recording of observations
VCSIS072
Represent and communicate observations, ideas and findings to show patterns and relationships using formal and informal scientific language
VCSIS065
With guidance, identify questions in familiar contexts that can be investigated scientifically and predict what might happen based on prior knowledge
VCSIS069
Use a range of methods including tables and column graphs to represent data and to identify patterns and trends
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