This activity offers the means for probing pupils' knowledge and understanding of Earth in space at the start of teaching. The...

Classroom Activity 11-14

The aim of this activity is to develop pupils' knowledge of the phases of the Moon, their correct sequence, and the...

Classroom Activity 11-14

The aim of this activity is to allow pupils to consider the evidence for why we believe that the Moon shines by reflected...

Classroom Activity 11-14

This is the first of two suggested activities to introduce the scientific explanation for the phases of the Moon.

Classroom Activity 11-14

This is the second of two suggested activities to introduce the scientific explanation for the phases of the Moon.

Classroom Activity 11-14

Here you use photographic evidence to consider various features of the surface of the Moon.

Classroom Activity 11-14

The children first make observations and then build on these, moving on to think about why these things happen. This is about...

Classroom Activity 5-11

We'd suggest that a sequence of questions focusing on the shape of the Earth is the most fruitful approach. The children will...

Classroom Activity 5-11

Accounting for day and night is quite complex, and we suggest that the very best way for children to develop a helpful...

Classroom Activity 5-11

More exploration of our nearest neighbour...

Classroom Activity 5-11

Suggestions for activities to aid the teaching of 'lighting the Earth' based on the Physics Narrative and the Teaching...

Classroom Activity 5-11

The science of astronomy began with observations and it is vital to link this topic to the children can notice more or less...

Classroom Activity 5-11