About This Lesson
Activity Time: 30 minutes Apps / EdTech Tools: ARC Space Web App / Mobile App
Lesson Overview
- This lesson plan guides primary school students on an interactive journey through the Solar System. Pupils will identify the planets orbiting the Sun, examine different types of rockets, and explore space travel concepts.
- The lesson works well for individual work, pairs, or small groups (up to 4), depending on device availability.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Name and locate the planets in the Solar System.
- Understand the similarities and differences between various rocket designs.
Lesson Activities
1. Exploration and Discovery
- Students use the ARC Space app to explore the planets of the Solar System.
- Pupils generate questions about the planets and research answers, fostering curiosity and ownership of learning.
2. Rocket Information
- Pupils explore the Rocket Information section of the app to learn about different types of rockets and their components.
3. Rocket Puzzle
- Using the information gathered, students assemble rockets in the ARC Space app, applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. Rocket Launch
- Pupils launch their rockets using the pre-designed game in ARC Space.
- Teachers assess understanding by checking if students can correctly identify rocket parts during the launch sequence.
5. Assessment
- A rubric evaluates:
- Interest and engagement
- Motivation in performing tasks
- Content knowledge of planets and rockets
- Performance in rocket assembly and launch
- Pre-designed tests within the ARC Space app (Rocket Launch Section) provide additional assessment of knowledge.
