M.2+Outline

** Introducing the Problem ** Class Discussion: Why don’t the planets and stars simply collide with each other in space? What characteristics does each planet and star possess that makes everything work together in space? Students will discuss some of the facts that they already know about planets and stars. They will then brainstorm what other facts and information is needed about planets, stars, and space in general to answer the questions. ** Student Activities ** •Read and take notes about each planet: size, order from the sun, time of rotation, time of revolution, number of moons, and other important facts. •Read and take notes about stars. •Create an attribute table of the planets. •Create an attribute table of the stars. •Copy and paste links to videos and photos relevant to planets and stars. ** Collaborative Group Project ** ** (one or more of the following) ** •Create a powerpoint about planets and stars. In the conclusion slide of the powerpoint, discuss the why planets and stars don’t collide using the facts gathered. •Create an online book about planets and stars using UDL Bookbuilder, Calameo, or other bookmaking site. •Create a video about planets and stars. Use the YouTube closed captioning tool to add text for the narration. •Use Webspiration to create a mindmap of the data gathered about planets and stars. Include a conclusion stating why planets and stars work in harmony.
 * Brainstorming Outline **