Description
Designed for middle school learners, the Year 7 Observing the Universe resource is a comprehensive universe- unit that brings space science to life while directly aligning with NSW Department of Education syllabus outcomes. This resource includes ready-to-use lesson plans, detailed student notes, and a clear teacher guide, making it ideal for both experienced teachers and those teaching the topic for the first time. Students explore the night sky, the solar system, and astronomical objects, building strong foundations in physical science and earth sciences while developing essential critical thinking skills.
The Year 7 Observing the Universe workbook creates a perfect resource for students to use as review for test prep and to refer back to during future learning and lessons.
Understanding the foundations of working as a scientist and observing the universe plays an important role in developing student skills for future science studies in higher education.
What is covered in the Year 7 Observing the Universe resource:
the nature of science and being a scientist:
– branches of science
– inferences and observations
– lab safety
– scientific equipment
– Bunsen burner licenses
– collecting data from an experiment
observing the universe
– history of models of the solar system
– planets in our solar system
– planetary data
– Earth’s Tilt and Seasons
– the moon and tides
- lunar and solar eclipses
– indigenous perspectives
PLUS bonus early finisher activities
Type of activities included:
– cloze passages
– matching activities
– modelling activities
– experiment / labs
– cut & paste
– storyboard
- reflection questions
Offered at a value well below the original price of comparable programs, this curriculum-aligned unit provides everything you need to confidently teach observing the universe—clearly, creatively, and with curiosity at the centre of learning to give students an optimal experience.
Suitable for public schools or private / independent schools.
Suitable for learners across levels, from 6th grade, 7th grade and 8th grade through to 9th grade.
NOTE: This is a digital resource – buy once and print as many copies as you need for your classes!
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