1. The Earth and Other Planets A WebQuest for 4 th Grade Science Designed by Allyson Ross aross04@bellarmine.edu Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion

2. Introduction Task Process Evaluation Conclusion BLAST OFF! You are now a scientific investigator in flight through the solar system in search of your planet. Upon arrival, you and your crew will work together to gather facts about your planet and planet Earth in order to compare and contrast your findings. You will report back your findings to Mission Control through a PowerPoint presentation or a poster. INTRODUCTION: HOME

3. Task Introduction Process Evaluation Conclusion TASK: You and your crew’s task is to gather scientific information about your planet and use the data to draw conclusions about your findings. TASK 1 TASK 2 HOME

4. Task Introduction Process Evaluation Conclusion PROCESS: 1)Each crew will be assigned three members and a planet to research. 2)Decide which information each crew member will be responsible for finding. 3)You will begin your research by clicking on the name of your planet at the bottom of the page. You will also use any additional websites as needed to complete your research. 4)Make notes to answer each question. 5)Now, using your information, create a PowerPoint presentation or a poster in which you will compare and contrast your planet and the planet Earth. Insert pictures to illustrate. 6)Write your data findings using complete sentences and correct spelling, capitalization, and punctuation. 7)Present your findings to Mission Control. Mercury Venus Earth Mars Jupiter Saturn Uranus Neptune Pluto HOME

5. Task Introduction Process Evaluation Conclusion HOME Distinguished Proficient Apprentice Novice Evaluation Areas EVALUATION: During your space exploration, you should have:  Distributed information evenly.  Answered all questions.  Taken sufficient notes.  Created a PowerPoint or poster.  Used illustrations.  Used correct writing conventions.  Presented your information. Here is a rubric that will allow you to double check your work.rubric

6. Task Introduction Process Evaluation Conclusion HOME CONCLUSION: Even though you have successfully completed your space exploration, there are still many things in our universe left to explore: galaxies, stars, the sun, solar systems, novas, black holes, black dwarfs, asteroids, meteors, quasars, etc. Check out these links to learn more! http://listverse.com/2007/10/22/top-10-bizarre-things-in-space/ http://www.kidsastronomy.com/black_hole.htm http://www.kidsastronomy.com/galaxys.htm http://www.kidsastronomy.com/stars.htm http://www.kidsastronomy.com/quasar.htm http://www.kidsastronomy.com/solar_system.htm

7. Task Introduction Process Evaluation Conclusion TASK 1: Collect the following scientific data about both your planet and the planet Earth:  What is the distance of the planet from the sun?  What is the planet made up of?  What is the temperature on the planet?  What is the distance from one side of the planet to the other (diameter)?  How long is one year on the planet?  One day equals how many hours?  Does the planet have any moons? If so, how many and what are their names?  What gasses are found in the planet’s atmosphere?  What special geographical features does the planet have?  What are some interesting extra facts about the planet? HOME

8. Task Introduction Process Evaluation Conclusion TASK 2: Use the information you have gathered for your planet and the planet Earth to create either a PowerPoint presentation or a poster that explains how they compare and contrast. Mission Control will be expecting the presentation of your findings upon your safe landing at Cape Canaveral. HOME

9. Task Introduction Process Evaluation Conclusion HOME Evaluation Areas Distinguished Proficient Apprentice Novice Notes Questions Answered Distribution of Information PowerPoint /Poster Writing Conventions Presentation