Weird Planets Space Project – Research & Presentation Task

A straightforward, low-prep space project where students research and creatively present on a weird or extreme planet (e.g. one where it rains glass, has iron rain, or orbits two suns).

Students must include:

• Planet name and location
• What makes it unusual
• Comparison to Earth
• How it was discovered
• Properly referenced sources (ChatGPT not accepted)

Curriculum linked: Supports KS3 Earth and Space content from the UK Department for Education National Curriculum, including planets, stars and space physics, while building research and presentation skills needed at KS4.

Ideal for independent device work or computer room lessons - students can work through the structured task independently while you complete admin.