Rookies REACH FOR THE STARS – Class Three January 16, 2025
Rookies Reach for the STARS!
Learn about the SOLAR SYSTEM
NOTE: start reading THE CHOCOLATE TOUCH (128 pgs. – 1h 17m on Audible)
Welcome to ROOKIES Reach for the Stars!
*Just a reminder each week you will have THREE parts in your homework to complete.*
- Habit Homework – learning and practicing one of the 7 Habits for Happy Kids.
- Astronomy Homework – looking up at the sky, noticing the heavens, and creating something hands-on.
- Words to Know –
Reach for the Stars – Week 3: The Solar System
This week we’re learning about the solar system — the Sun, the planets, and the space around them. We’ll also be working on Habit 4: Think Win-Win, which is about finding solutions that work for more than just ourselves.
Here’s what you’ll be doing at home this week. . . .
Habit 4: Think Win-Win
You’ll read the Habit 4 story “Lily Plants a Garden” from the big The 7 Habits of Happy Kids book.
After reading, talk about the story with someone in your family. Then choose two or three Baby Steps to try during the week. These are small ways to practice thinking about others and working things out together.
Be ready to tell the class what you tried and what you noticed.
Scripture Connection – The Heavens
As we study space, we’re also paying attention to what the scriptures say about the heavens.
Find one scripture about the heavens, the stars, or God’s creations. Write it in your best handwriting, then decorate the page in a way that feels thoughtful and careful.
Here’s an example of the kind of scripture you might look for:
“The heavens declare the glory of God.”
Psalm 19:1
You’re welcome to use this scripture or choose a different one that stands out to you.
We will be hanging these scripture pages up for a few weeks, so take your time and do work you’re proud of. Bring your finished page to class.
Learning About the Solar System
To learn more about the planets, you’ll watch the video “Planets in the Solar System for Kids.” You’ll also print, read, and color the Solar System Tracing Book.
As you work, notice the order of the planets and how different they are from one another.
Planet Presentation
You’ll choose one planet to learn more about and make a short report on it.
Your report should include:
- The name of the planet
- Where it is in order from the Sun
- A few interesting facts
You’ll share what you learned with the class.
Family Stargazing
On one evening this week, go outside and look at the night sky. See what you notice, and try to spot a planet if you can.
If you want help, you can use a sky map from skymaps.com. Be ready to tell us what you saw.
Words to Know
Practice writing the names of the planets and try to remember their order from the Sun.
Pluto counts.
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******BONUS!! Just for fun, a solar system coloring page for you!!!! ******
