Mercury

For our first homework challenge this term we will be focusing on Mercury. 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercury_(planet)
http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/planets/mercury.html
http://www.planetsforkids.org/planet-mercury.html
http://www.kidsastronomy.com/mercury.htm


You have to find 10 bits of information about Mercury. Mr Dufty has seven questions for you to find the answers to. You only have to think of three more. 

1. How did this planet get its name?
2. When was this planet first recorded and by whom?
3. What is the size of this planet?
4. How long does it take for Mercury to travel around the sun?
5. What is its distance from the sun?
6. What is the surface and atmosphere of Mercury like?
7. What is the classification of Mercury? Check this link. http://csep10.phys.utk.edu/astr161/lect/classification/classification.html

Mr Dufty's Rules for a Mini-Project.

• Plan it first!!! Your homework book is for your best publishing.
• Make your presentation fun BUT full of information! Show pride and complete your project with your best presentation. Mr Dufty can tell when you have rushed or haven't finished!! A great piece of presentation has information and pictures.
• Don't copy what you find - write in your own words! This is stealing!!
• Use all the space you have so make it fun and interesting.


Get Mum or Dad to check that you have answered all the questions. Ask them for some help, as they will know lots of stuff!


Remember to have fun with your presentation but you must convince me that you have investigated your topic fully. You will be mark on your presentation and originality of your written work. If you quote a book or website you must acknowledge it.

Homework is due on Friday.