Far Out Math
| State | WV |    |
| Status | Ready for Users | |
| Stage | Public | |
| Subject | English/Language Arts Mathematics Science | |
| Author | Greg Foley
Terrie Foley Michelle Jamal | |
| Description | An integrated thematic unit using hands-on activities to
help students understand the relative sizes of the Earth and it's moon, demonstrate the immensity of the solar system, and help students understand the three-dimensional space that exists beyond the boundaries of our solar system. | |
| The 21st Century Tools | Internet, computer, CD-ROMs, interactive whiteboard, projection device, overhead projector, TV/VCR, calculators | |
| Grade Level | 4 5 6 | |
| National Standards | Math:
Understands how scale in maps and drawings shows relative size and distance (3-5) Understands the basic measures perimeter, area, volume, capacity, mass, angle, and circumference Selects and uses appropriate tools for given measurement situations (e.g., rulers for length, measuring cups for capacity, protractors for angle) Science: Knows that the Earth is one of several planets that orbit the Sun, and the Moon orbits around the Earth English: Uses encyclopedias to gather information for research topics Uses dictionaries to gather information for research topics Uses graphic organizers to gather and record information for research topics (e.g., notes, charts, graphs) | |
| Keywords | solar system
planets space gravity revolution | |
| Lesson Plan URLs (new Window) | Lesson 1: M & M Spaceship
Lesson 2: Space Age Lesson 3: Weight of the World Lesson 4: Dynamic Distances Lesson 5: Terrestrial Temperatures | |
| English IGO or CSO | 4.85, 4.92, 5.162, 6.145 | |
| Math IGO or CSO | 4.41, 4.42, 5.36, 6.47 | |
| Science IGO or CSO | 4.34, 4.35, 4.42, 5.15, 6.8 | |