Earth and space sciences
Based on the Australian Curriculum, Earth and space sciences in Science Year 6 includes:
- ACSSU096 Sudden geological changes and extreme weather events can affect Earth's surface
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Meteorological and Other Natural Disasters
A 60 minute lesson in which students will investigate the causes and effects of meteorological and other natural disasters.
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Natural Disasters Inquiry Task - Researching
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Plate Tectonics
A 60 minute lesson in which students will explore tectonic plates and the effects their movements have on the surface of the earth.
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Natural Disasters Inquiry Task - Introduction
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Natural Disasters Safety Poster Task
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify appropriate safety procedures for natural disaster events.
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Natural Disaster Effects and Management
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify the effects of natural disasters and explore how these may be managed.
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Flood Simulation Experiment
A 60 minute lesson in which students will investigate how town planning can reduce the impact of flooding.
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The Layers of the Earth
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify the characteristics of the earth's internal layers.
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Natural Disasters Inquiry Task - Presenting
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Geological Natural Disasters
A 60 minute lesson in which the students will investigate the causes and effects of geological natural disasters.