Year 1 Science – Earth and Space Sciences | Australian Curriculum v9.0 | Lessons

Year 1 Science – Earth and Space Sciences is a comprehensive, curriculum-aligned resource designed to help young learners explore the world around them through the study of the Earth, the Sun, weather, and seasonal changes. Developed to support the Australian Curriculum Version 9.0, this engaging textbook introduces students to key Earth and Space Science concepts using age-appropriate explanations, colourful visuals, hands-on investigations, and inquiry-based learning experiences.

Whether you're a classroom teacher, tutor, or homeschooling parent, this resource provides meaningful opportunities for students to observe patterns in the natural world, understand how weather and seasons influence daily life, and develop scientific inquiry skills through exploration and discovery. The resource also incorporates First Nations perspectives, encouraging students to appreciate traditional knowledge of weather, seasons, and the environment.

What's Included

• Comprehensive teacher-led lesson pages
• Clear explanations of Earth and Space Science concepts
• Colourful photographs and engaging illustrations
• Student-friendly worksheets and activities
• Inquiry-based investigations and observation tasks
• Review questions to reinforce learning
• Cross-curriculum learning opportunities featuring First Nations perspectives

Topics Covered

• Day and Night
• The Sun and Its Warmth
• Weather and Seasonal Changes
• How Weather Affects Daily Life
• Choosing Clothes for Different Weather
• How Seasons Affect Plants and Animals
• First Nations Weather Knowledge
• First Nations Time and Seasonal Calendars
• Scientific Observation and Inquiry

Perfect For

• Year 1 Science classrooms
• Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 implementation
• Classroom instruction
• Independent learning
• Homework and revision
• Homeschool programs
• STEM learning centres

Why You'll Love This Resource

✔ Aligned with the Australian Curriculum Version 9.0

✔ Ready to print and use

✔ Saves valuable planning and preparation time

✔ Encourages observation and inquiry-based learning

✔ Supports critical and creative thinking

✔ Includes engaging worksheets and real-world examples

✔ Integrates meaningful First Nations perspectives

This resource provides students with a strong foundation in Earth and Space Sciences, helping them understand how the Earth, the Sun, weather, and seasons shape the world around them while developing essential scientific inquiry skills through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

File Type: PDF

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