The Solar System Name: ______________________Date: ______________ Fifth Grade Science Project

Introduction:

You have been invited to author and publish a book about the solar system, space, or beyond for second grade students. It is your job to work independently to research a topic about our galaxy or beyond that interests you and to create a short textbook for a second grade student. We will submit these to Mrs. Kot and Mrs. Prassl to use with their students as the second graders study the solar system. So put on your thinking and creativity caps and let the mission begin.The following websites will be useful:

1. http://starchild.gsfc.nasa.gov
2. www.kidsastronomy.com
3. www.windows.ucar.edu
4. http://pds.jpl.nasa.gov/planets/
5. www.sciencemonster.com
6. www.nineplanets.org

The Task:

1. Identify a topic.
2. Please choose a topic that is not too broad, but not too narrow that you will not be able to find enough information for your booklet.
3. Gather your information.
4. Organize your information in an appropriate sequence.
5. Now that you have your information, grab paper, writing utensils, and construct your book. Make it colorful and appealing to the eye. Be sure to include photos or illustrations. Check all grammar, spelling and conventions.
6. You will need:
   
   a. The front book cover
   b. The title page
   c. A table of contents/or an index
   d. Your text with pictures, photos, and the like
   e. A credit page
   f. The back cover
   
7. Follow the rubric and you will receive a top score!
8. Be sure to ask for help if you have a question.
9. Have fun science authors.

Your project is due Friday, January 11, 2008.