S.INQ Up Earth and Space
7 Activities
Grades 6 - 8
6 Hours 15 Minutes
Learning Standards: Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
Overview
Earth and Space is an inquiry and exploration-based curriculum that uses hands-on activities focused on the relationship between the earth, the solar system, and human impacts on our global environment.
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S.INQ Up Space Systems Part 1
Students create a diagram of the solar system to give a good idea of space in their minds. Students will see a visual representation of space is really like. This activity is a good foundation for the students to learn about the basics of science in space.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
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S.INQ Up Space Systems Part 2
Students learn what constellations are and how they work, and how to find them.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
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S.INQ Up History of Earth
Students learn about Earth's history and create a timeline that represents the Earth's history. Students also learn about the wonders of evolution.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
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S.INQ Up Earth Sciences
Students learn about the water cycle, detailing the ways that water changes states as it supports life on earth.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
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S.INQ Up Weather & Climate
Students conduct their own investigations to find out the truth behind climate change; also, they brainstorm ways to preserve Earth with each other.
Grades 6 - 8
45 Minutes
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S.INQ Up Human Impact
Students learn about human impact on our climate through the distribution of greenhouse gases.
Grades 6 - 8
30 Minutes
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S.INQ Up Space Time Odyssey
Students create a model of the Universe, thinking about scale. In teams, students share and explain their models.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
S.INQ Up Earth and Space
Overview
Continue Your Journey
1
1
S.INQ Up Space Systems Part 1
Students create a diagram of the solar system to give a good idea of space in their minds. Students will see a visual representation of space is really like. This activity is a good foundation for the students to learn about the basics of science in space.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
2
2
S.INQ Up Space Systems Part 2
Students learn what constellations are and how they work, and how to find them.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
3
3
S.INQ Up History of Earth
Students learn about Earth's history and create a timeline that represents the Earth's history. Students also learn about the wonders of evolution.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
4
4
S.INQ Up Earth Sciences
Students learn about the water cycle, detailing the ways that water changes states as it supports life on earth.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
5
5
S.INQ Up Weather & Climate
Students conduct their own investigations to find out the truth behind climate change; also, they brainstorm ways to preserve Earth with each other.
Grades 6 - 8
45 Minutes
6
6
S.INQ Up Human Impact
Students learn about human impact on our climate through the distribution of greenhouse gases.
Grades 6 - 8
30 Minutes
7
7
S.INQ Up Space Time Odyssey
Students create a model of the Universe, thinking about scale. In teams, students share and explain their models.
Grades 6 - 8
1 Hour
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Copyright © 2026, Mizzen Education, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to empower, uplift and support out-of-school time educators.