Assess your students’ understanding of key space science concepts with this comprehensive assessment.

The resource covers the Sun, Earth and Moon's positions and movements, planet order, the cause of night and day and the Moon’s phases. Students will also demonstrate their knowledge of Earth's tilt and how it creates seasons, as well as First Nations Australians’ use of constellations for seasonal guidance.

This resource aligns with Year 6 Science Inquiry, Science as a Human Endeavour and Science Understanding strands of the Australian Curriculum and includes question sheets, suggested answers and an assessment rubric, making it an excellent tool for evaluating student knowledge. It is part of our Year 6 Earth & Space Sciences: Observing Space Patterns & Cycles UNIT PLAN.