Publisher: ABA Resources (The Copy Press)

Author: Tina Youngman

Description:

This workbook covers some of the key principles of the science of outer space. It provides a solid introduction to important concepts such as eclipses, the tides and times on Earth as well as good coverage of many other ideas including black holes, our Solar System and the enormity of space.

It focuses on aspects of levels 3, 4 and 5 of the New Zealand Science Curriculum.

The theory is supported by many models, animations and short videos, which gives these quite colossal or abstract ideas more meaning and allows them to be modelled in a classroom situation.

The literacy tasks in this workbook encourage the students to read for meaning, scan material, select appropriate information and understand keywords. The inclusion of mini-research projects prepares students for what is required in the Senior Sciences.

The numeracy tasks involve simple calculations following an equation, graphing, tabulating data and reading tables and graphs accurately. These are all vital skills in the Sciences and beyond.