Science Nspired - Earth Science - Space by Texas Instruments

Many common observations such as seasons, eclipses and lunar phases are caused by interactions between the Sun, Earth, and the Moon. In this unit, students will explore the patterns caused by the relative positions of these objects in space.

Earth Science: Space Classroom Activities	Type	Download
Simulations
It's Just a Lunar Phase In this lesson, students will study the cycle of lunar phases. Standards Textbook		Download2,330
Gravity and Objects In this lesson, students will investigate relationships among distance, mass, and gravity and explore gravitational forces between planets and the Sun. Standards Textbook		Download245
Tilting Earth In this lesson, students will focus on the impact of the tilt of the Earth's axis on monthly temperatures. Standards Textbook		Download2,201
Light and Distance In this lesson, students will investigate relationships between light and distance and explore distances between objects in our solar system. Standards Textbook		Download194
What Makes a Planet In this lesson, students will use a simulation to explore differences between planets, moons, and asteroids. Standards Textbook		Download210
Data Collection
Treasure Trove In this lesson, students will collect data using a force sensor to measure the weight of an object. Standards Textbook		Download109
Assessment
Space Assessment This TI-Nspire question set (.tns) has assessment questions relating to Earth Science: Space.		Download23

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