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Free Courses

Space and the Solar System

Explore the planets! This course helps students discover their unique features, sizes, and positions in our solar system.

Why Choose This Course?

Embark on a cosmic journey through our solar system — explore planets, moons, comets, and more. Ignite curiosity about space, strengthen science skills, and express your discoveries through creative projects.

Learning Goals

  • Scientific Understanding: Explore the science behind the water cycle and its impact on living organisms and the Earth’s surface.

  • Environmental Stewardship: Learn how to protect and manage natural resources sustainably.

  • Collaboration: Work with peers on projects that promote awareness and conservation of water resources.

  • Creative Expression: Use art and design to represent scientific concepts and communicate ideas effectively.

  • Critical Thinking: Analyze the effects of human activity on the environment and develop solutions to protect water systems.

Global Impacts Already Made

This course has empowered children worldwide to become published authors, share their voices, and contribute to meaningful causes through storytelling. Their books not only inspire readers but also generate real-world change, making this program a unique opportunity to connect creativity with impact.

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Key Information

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s)

  • All of our courses empower students to take action towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for a better world. This course specifically focuses on the goals shown below.

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Ages:  Year 3 upwards

Course Duration: 1 Lesson

Time per Lesson: 60-90 mins

Key Curriculum Areas:   Writing Communication, Literacy, Creative Arts, Digital Literacy, Citizenship Ethics, Leadership Teamwork, Community Engagement

Teacher/s:  Gavin McCormack 

Why Choose This Course?

Embark on a cosmic journey through our solar system — explore planets, moons, comets, and more. Ignite curiosity about space, strengthen science skills, and express your discoveries through creative projects.

Learning Goals

Understand the basic structure of the solar system and what different celestial objects are (planets, moons, comets, asteroids)


Learn how gravity, orbit, and light affect how we observe space from Earth


Develop skills in observation, research, and scientific thinking


Communicate what you’ve learned through presentations, art, or creative storytelling

Global Impacts Already Made

This course has empowered children worldwide to become changemakers, turning their ideas into real-world solutions and inspiring others to take action.

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Key Information

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s)

  • All of our courses empower students to take action towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for a better world. This course specifically focuses on the goals shown below.

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Ages:  Year 3 upwards


Course Duration: 1 Lesson


Time per Lesson: 60-90 mins


Key Curriculum Areas:   Writing Communication, Literacy, Creative Arts, Digital Literacy, Citizenship Ethics, Leadership Teamwork, Community Engagement


Teacher/s:  Gavin McCormack

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