Earth and Space Worksheet - KS2 - Intermediate
Earth and Space worksheet for Key Stage 2 / Year 3-6 (Ages 7-11). Intermediate level science practice, aligned to the UK National Curriculum. Print-ready with answer key included.
Exploring Earth and Space: A Journey Through Science
Key Stage 2 / Ages 7-11 - Intermediate Level
Instructions: This worksheet will guide you through exciting activities related to Earth and Space. You'll explore the solar system, understand the movement of celestial bodies, and delve into the concepts of day and night. Each activity is designed to enhance your understanding of these fascinating topics.
The Solar System: Order of Planets
List the planets of our solar system in order from the closest to the Sun to the furthest. Use the boxes provided to write the names of the planets.
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Phases of the Moon
Match each phase of the moon with its correct name. Draw lines to connect the moon phase to its name.
Draw a line to match each one
Day and Night Cycle
Explain why we have day and night. Write a short paragraph in the box provided, describing the Earth's rotation and how it affects the cycle of day and night.
Gravity and Weight
Calculate the weight of objects on different planets. Use the formula: Weight on planet = Mass Ć Gravitational force on planet. Fill in the boxes with your answers.
1. Mass: 10 kg; Gravitational force on Mars: 3.7 m/sĀ². Weight on Mars:
2. Mass: 15 kg; Gravitational force on Jupiter: 24.8 m/sĀ². Weight on Jupiter:
Seasons and Earth's Tilt
Describe how the tilt of the Earth's axis leads to different seasons. Use the box to write your explanation.
Comparing Planetary Sizes
Use the table to compare the sizes of different planets. Fill in the missing data in the table.
| Planet | Diameter (km) | Mass (10^24 kg) | Gravity (m/sĀ²) |
| Earth | 12742 | 5.97 | 9.8 |
| Mars | 6792 | 0.642 | |
| Jupiter | 139822 | 1898 | 24.8 |
Exploring the Moon
Read the passage about the Moon's surface and answer the questions below. Write your answers in the boxes provided.
The Moon's surface is covered with craters, mountains, and flat plains called maria. It has no atmosphere, which means there is no weather or wind. The temperature can vary greatly from day to night.
1. What are maria?
2. Why is there no weather on the Moon?
3. How does the temperature of the Moon change?
Understanding Eclipses
Explain the difference between a solar and a lunar eclipse. Use the box to write your explanation.
Activity 1: Mercury ; Venus ; Earth ; Mars ; Jupiter ; Saturn ; Uranus ; Neptune
Activity 2: New Moon ; Full Moon ; First Quarter ; Last Quarter ; Waxing Crescent ; Waning Crescent
Activity 3: The Earth rotates on its axis, causing different parts of the Earth to face the Sun, resulting in day and night.
Activity 4: 37 kg ; 372 kg
Activity 5: The tilt of the Earth's axis causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year, leading to seasons.
Activity 6: Mars: 3.7 ; Venus: 8.87
Activity 7: Flat plains on the Moon ; No atmosphere ; Varies greatly
Activity 8: A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.
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