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any different scales.
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What are systems?
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How do parts of systems interact?
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How do interactions affect a system?
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How is the universe a system?
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What systems are you
Questions to Ask your Child
Home Learning
Suggested Home Extensions
Key Vocabulary
Working independently on Universe Sandbox exploring the systems that define our universe.
Exploring documentaries about the complex systems surrounding human ventures into space.
Homework associated with unit studies in class.
Take a star walk in the countryside during the weekend. Try to identify important stars and constellations.
Build a model rocket and launch it somewhere safe.
Explore computer simulation programs together such as Kerbal Space Program, Survive Mars, or similar
programs that teach about various aspects of life and science outside our own biosphere.
Discuss ways in which you and your family can help preserve our own planet for future generations.
planet, star, solar system, universe, orbit, revolution, rotation, axis, moon, galaxy, habitable, geosphere,
atmosphere, hydrosphere, gravity, mass, variable, astronomer