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Out Of This World Web Quest
Table of Contents
Introduction
Task
Process
Resources
Evaluation
Conclusion
Additional Resources
Introduction A planet is an object that is in orbit around a star. There are nine planets in our solar system that orbit
the Sun. We all know why Earth Is cool, but why are other planets cool too? The class will be broken
into eight teams. Each team will be assigned a planet. The goal of each team is to advertise the
features of their planets to the student body at your school at the end of the week, the students at your
school will be surveyed to find out which they three planets they consider to be the coolest.
Task
Process
To make the case for your planet, you must first research all aspects of your planet. After you have
compiled your research, analyze the data to find the most compelling points of your planet. Make sure
that the points you identify will be easy for students in your school to understand. Make at least two
visuals to be hung in the school to help other students gain awareness of your planet’s unique
qualities.
To complete this task you will take the following steps:
1. Complete the Planet Data and Earth/Planet Comparison Worksheet.
2. Complete the source worksheet to document the exact resources used for this project.
3. Create two visuals highlighting the unique features of your planet. Keep in mind that you are
trying to persuade the students of your school to think of your Planet as the best in the solar
system. The visuals will be displayed throughout the school.
4. Complete a survey of the student body. This will be lead by your teacher.
Resources
Visit the following web page for updated helpful web sites to help you with this project.
http://www.teachnology.com/webquests/space/
Evaluation
Conclusion
The Solar System Project Rubric will be used to evaluate you for this project. The student body will
be surveyed to capture which groups were the most successful in getting their point across.
Congratulations you have completed this work. You now have complete knowledge of your planet.
Name _____________________
Date ____________________
Planet Data Worksheet
Complete all of the required information about your planet.
1. Who or what is your planet named after?
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2. How far is your planet from the sun (distance in km)? __________________
3. How big is your planet (diameter)? ____________________
4. Compared to Earth, what is gravity like on your planet?
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5. How long does it take your planet to revolve around the Sun (in Earth years)?
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6. How long does it take your planet to rotate on its axis?
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9. How many moons does your planet have and what are their names?
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10. What is your planet made of (composition)?
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11. What is the atmosphere like on your planet (gases in the atmosphere)?
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12. What is the weather like on your planet?
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13. What is the average temperature? Day: ______
Night: ______
14. List some interesting facts about your planet.
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Name _____________________
Date ____________________
Earth / Planet Comparison Worksheet
Describe the similarities and differences between your planet and Earth.
Name of your planet: ____________________________
Earth
Name _____________________
Your Planet
Date ____________________
Name _____________________
Date ____________________
Solar System Project Source Worksheet
Source 1
Author:
Copyright Date:
Title:
Web Address (If needed):
Source 2
Author:
Copyright Date:
Title:
Web Address (If needed):
Source 3
Author:
Copyright Date:
Title:
Web Address (If needed):
Source 4
Author:
Copyright Date:
Title:
Web Address (If needed):
Source 5
Author:
Title:
Web Address (If needed):
Copyright Date:
Student Body Survey Forms
Place a X next to planet you consider
to be the coolest in our Solar System:
Place a X next to planet you consider
to be the coolest in our Solar System:
Mercury __________
Mercury __________
Venus __________
Venus __________
Mars __________
Mars __________
Jupiter __________
Jupiter __________
Saturn __________
Saturn __________
Uranus __________
Uranus __________
Neptune __________
Neptune __________
Pluto __________
Pluto __________
Place a X next to planet you consider
to be the coolest in our Solar System:
Place a X next to planet you consider
to be the coolest in our Solar System:
Mercury __________
Mercury __________
Venus __________
Venus __________
Mars __________
Mars __________
Jupiter __________
Jupiter __________
Saturn __________
Saturn __________
Uranus __________
Uranus __________
Neptune __________
Neptune __________
Pluto __________
Pluto __________
Name _____________________
Date ____________________
Solar System Project Rubric
Criteria
1
2
3
4
Visual
Layout
Layout is
confusing.
Components are
inconsistent and
information is
missing.
Layout is
somewhat
organized. Most
of the
components are
not consistent.
Partial
information can
be located.
Layout is
organized. Most
components are
consistent within
the publication.
Information can
be located.
Layout is well
organized.
There is
consistency in
its components
that allows the
reader to easily
locate
information.
Mechanics
and Spelling
There are many
mistakes in
mechanics
and/or spelling.
There are
several mistakes
in mechanics
and/or spelling.
There are minor
mistakes in
mechanics and/or
spelling that do
not detract from
the presentation.
There are no
mistakes in
mechanics
and/or spelling.
The visuals are
presented with a
choppy voice,
and an attempt
is made to
connect with
viewer.
The visuals are
presented with a
persuasive
framework yet
fails to completely
sell the viewer on
their merit.
The visuals are
presented in an
expressive and
highly
persuasive
manner.
Misinterprets
major details of
the project.
Misinterprets
minor details of
the project.
Demonstrates
complete
understanding
of the project.
Presentation The visuals are
presented as
difficult for the
audience to
hear, and little or
no eye contact is
made.
Project
Content
Shows total lack
of
understanding.
Score
Total:
Teacher Comments: