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The Solar System Tour: Meet the Planets

We will explore each of the 8 planets in the solar system.
Dayna H
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What's included

8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1 hour per week. Over the 8-week course, students will build their own 3D model of the solar system, adding a new planet each week as they learn about it. Engage with Printable Worksheets: These worksheets include coloring activities, labeling exercises, and prompts for noting key facts.
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Students will learn fascinating facts about each planet in the solar system, including their unique characteristics, position relative to the Sun, and any notable features like rings or moons. They’ll build foundational astronomy knowledge, expand their space-related vocabulary, and engage with creative activities that reinforce what they learn.

This self-paced class spans 8 weeks, with each week dedicated to a different planet. Students will:

Watch a Short Video: Introduction to the planet with key facts, visuals, and interesting details.

Complete a 3D Model Activity

Engage with Printable Worksheets

This is a self-paced course with pre-recorded video lessons and activity guides that allow students to work through the content at their own speed. Each video lesson introduces the week’s planet, covering its main characteristics in a fun, engaging way. Activities and worksheets provide reinforcement, helping students interact with and apply what they’ve learned.

My teaching style is engaging, supportive, and curiosity-driven. I focus on presenting facts in a fun, accessible way that encourages students to wonder about the solar system. Videos are friendly and inviting, while activities are designed to inspire creativity and exploration, making learning about planets enjoyable and memorable.

Feedback on Completed Activities: Students can submit their worksheets or activity results for optional feedback.
Guided Video Instruction: Although not live, videos are presented in a friendly, interactive way to make students feel connected.
Activity Sharing (Optional): If students complete activities like drawing or planet fact cards, they’re encouraged to share these with me for additional feedback or praise.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Venus
 Explore the mysteries of Venus, the hottest planet with its thick, toxic atmosphere and volcano-filled surface. Students will uncover why Venus is sometimes called Earth’s “twin” and learn about its unique “backward” rotation. 
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Jupiter
 Dive into the world of Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, known for its powerful storms and the Great Red Spot. Students will also learn about its many moons, including fascinating ones like Europa and Ganymede. 
Lesson 3:
Uranus
 Get to know Uranus, the planet with a unique sideways tilt and faint rings. Students will learn why Uranus has such extreme seasons and explore its cold, methane-rich atmosphere that gives it a striking blue-green colo 
Lesson 4:
Neptune
 Discover Neptune, the windiest planet and farthest from the Sun. Students will learn about its deep blue color, fast winds, and mysterious dark storms, as well as the challenges of studying this distant giant. 

Other Details

Supply List
Styrofoam or clay balls (in different sizes for each planet)
Paint or colored markers
Thin sticks or skewers to connect the planets or display them in orbit (optional)
Black poster board or construction paper for the background
Labels or small flags to name each planet
pen/paper
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
In this course, each planet’s lesson is crafted using reliable, kid-friendly sources, such as NASA, National Geographic Kids, and the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. These trusted sources ensure that the information is both accurate and engaging, so students can explore our solar system with confidence and curiosity.
Joined February, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Cape Breton University
In this course, each planet’s lesson is crafted using reliable, kid-friendly sources, such as NASA, National Geographic Kids, and the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. These trusted sources ensure that the information is both accurate and engaging, so students can explore our solar system with confidence and curiosity.

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