Assignment: The Earth, Sun and Moon

Created by Lisa M on

8 activities: 7 games, 1 assessment

102 min

Activity 1: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 29 min

The Space Domes Resort

The famous Space Hero is finally on vacation and he's going to the Space Domes Resort! Eris, the A.I. resort manager will be your host and she will teach you everything about the stars, the sun, the solar system and the Earth! But beware, a hidden threat is waiting and the Earth could be in danger!

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (99) 4.4 stars.

Student Ratings (40471) 4.0 stars.

Activity 2: Question Game. Estimated duration: 12 min

Basketball Master

Shoot a basketball through the hoop and answer some questions along the way! The game does not have any instructional content, it simply has review questions spread throughout.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (880) 3.9 stars.

Student Ratings (268209) 3.9 stars.

Activity 3: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 20 min

Astral Quest

A mean alien has messed up the solar system, and now the Earth and moon’s movement is all wrong. You're the only one who can fix it! But don't worry, a wise astronomer is here to teach you how.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (21) 3.9 stars.

Student Ratings (14012) 3.2 stars.

Activity 4: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 5 min

Exploring the Moon, Earth, Sun and Tides

Why do we have day and night? What makes the Moon look different in the sky? What is our Sun? What causes tides? We will cover all of these questions and more in an interactive exploration of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (287) 3.9 stars.

Student Ratings (92758) 3.8 stars.

Activity 5: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 11 min

An Alien's Guide to the Solar System

Hello alient student! Time to prepare for your field trip to Earth by learning all about the solar system!

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (58) 4.3 stars.

Student Ratings (42914) 4.0 stars.

Activity 6: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 10 min

Back to the Moon

Set out on the adventure of going back to the moon. Learn about the Earth, Moon, Solar System, and the Constellations. Finish your mission with a moon landing!

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (39) 4.4 stars.

Student Ratings (20583) 3.7 stars.

Activity 7: Question Game. Estimated duration: 12 min

Volley Moon (Elem)

In this game, you will be tested on your knowledge of the apparent movement of the sun, stars, moon and Earth. You will answer questions about rotation and revolution and their effects on seasons, day length, stars and much more. Answer questions correctly and earn superpowers to use in an epic volleyball battle between the Earth and moon. Don't get thrown off orbit!

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (89) 4.2 stars.

Student Ratings (28207) 4.0 stars.

Activity 8: Assessment. Estimated duration: 3 min

Assessment with 3 questions from The Earth's Rotation.

3 questions assessment