Uranus, The Sideways Planet
Terry Barber
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(487)
In this astronomy class, students will travel through space to the seventh planet in the Solar System, Uranus
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Students will learn about the planet, Uranus. Students will learn about the atmosphere, the moons, the tilt and different features of Uranus. They will learn about why the planet has a solid sea blue appearance, what elements are in its atmosphere, the history of its discovery and exploration as well as a possible theory as to why it rotates on its side. The class will begin with a warm up, followed by a tour and a discussion about Uranus and then end with a student activity where learners...
Students will learn basic facts about Uranus, including how long it takes for it to revolve around the Sun and how long one rotation is. Students will learn about Uranus's atmosphere, including what elements are present. Students will learn about specific features on Uranus. Students will learn about how Uranus was discovered. Students will learn about the history of exploration of Uranus.
I am a substitute teacher with knowledge in multiple subjects in K-12 grade levels. I am fascinated by space and the Solar System and enjoy learning more about the planets and sharing that knowledge with others.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Students will be assessed with an informal assessment and with a student activity.Grades Offered
Students should bring a pen or pencil and paper for note taking.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Students will use external websites, namely NASA Space Place and NASA Solar System Exploration, to guide their answers to questions relating to ideas for a space mission to Uranus. Students will be reading about Uranus on these sites. Students do not need to have an account for these websites.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(487)
I have been involved in education since January 2016. I am a substitute teacher and a tutor who teaches multiple subjects in K-12 classes, including Math, English, Science, Social Studies, and Physical Education. I also have experience teaching...
Group Class
$17
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 16 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-9 learners per class
