SC.5.E.5.1 Recognize that a galaxy consists of gas, dust, and many stars, including any objects orbiting the stars. Identify our home galaxy as the Milky Way. (L)
SC.5.E.5.2 Recognize the major common characteristics of all planets and compare/contrast the properties of inner and outer planets. (M)
SC.5.E.5.3 Distinguish among the following objects of the Solar System -- Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, comets -- and identify Earth's position in it. (H)
SC.5.N.1.2 Explain the difference between an experiment and other types of scientific investigation. (M)
SC.5.N.1.6 Recognize and explain the difference between personal opinion/interpretation and verified observation. (M)