太空和太陽系行星單元

Montessori Inspired Space and Solar System Unit 

In this class students will learn the different celestial bodies of the universe. They will not only recognize the different planets of the solar system, they will also learn each properties and the position of this planets from the sun!

• Introduce Planets: Students will learn to recognize the names and appearances of the eight planets in our solar system: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

• Order of the Planets: Learners will understand the relative positions of the planets in our solar system and familiarize their order from the Sun.

• Earth-Our Home: Kids will learn important facts about our home planet Earth and the importance of taking care of it.

• Planet Creative Crafts: Arts and crafts activities will allow children to express their creativity by making models of the planets using play-doh, fostering their understanding and sense of ownership.

Class Goals:

Develop Basic Science: By the end of the class, children will demonstrate a basic scientific understanding of planets, their characteristics, and their place in the solar system. They will confidently recognize the names and appearances of each planet and understand their order from the Sun.

Fine Motor Skills: Through planet-themed arts and crafts activities, children will improve their fine motor skills as they manipulate various materials to create models of the planets and practice tracing vocabulary words. 

Stimulate Creativity: Engaging in space-themed storytelling, songs, and rhymes will stimulate children's imagination and creativity. 

Building Vocabulary Skills: Through discussions, storytelling, and presentations, children will expand their vocabulary and improve their communication skills. 

Lifelong Curiosity: Our learning goals include fostering a passion for astronomy and science that will extend far beyond the preschool years, inspiring children to explore and question the world around them as they grow.