Welcome to Down to Earth.
Down to Earth is an integrated Science and English learning resource with a focus on Earth and Beyond.
This resource consists of six sections. It is recommended that you work through the sections in the order listed below.
- 'The universe and us' focuses on Earth and its place in the universe.
- 'Inside story' explores the interior structure of Earth.
- 'Skimming the surface' looks at the surface features of Earth and draws a distinction between natural and man-made features. It also introduces the natural processes that shape the Earth's landscape.
- 'Natural events' focuses on surface events such as wind, fire and water, and impact events such as meteors entering the Earth's atmosphere. It looks at how these natural events create features on the Earth's surface.
- 'Things happen!' looks at the formation of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and gas. It also considers what can go wrong when humans take these fossil fuels from deep below the Earth's surface.
- 'Wrapping up!' reviews the entire resource and encourages you to reflect on your learning. The Earth's crust and soil is discussed. An optional extension activity allows you to create an individual project.
Each section starts with an introduction that gives an overview of the content, activities and learning outcomes that will be covered. Some sections also have an assessment task. Instructions are given as to which activities need to be saved in either an electronic portfolio or file. A checklist appears at the end of each section so that you can confirm you have completed all requirements.
How to navigate this resource
Choose your topic by clicking the main left navigation panel.
This will open your topic in the main window; from here you can navigate your way around the screens by clicking on the links under the Table of Contents menu on the left or sequentially by pressing the Next and Back buttons.
When you are ready, choose your topic and begin.