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We've all heard of the solar system. This post will provide all the information you will need for classroom purposes. OBJECTIVES 1. Define Solar System, Eclipse, orbit 2. List the planets in order of distance from the sun 3. State the distance of each planet (in million km's) from the sun 4. Describe the characteristics of each planet (at least 5 things about each. The video below will provide some necessary information. Enjoy...

Possible Exam Questions 1. Define spheres, asthenosphere 2. What is earth's age 3. Identify earth's four spheres 4. Define each sphere 5. Define system 6. Differentiate between open and closed system 7. Define Mohorovic discontinuity 8. Define Gutenberg discontinuity 9. State 4 importance of the atmosphere to man and hrs environment 10. Identify the layers of the atmosphere 11. State at least 3 characteristics of EACH layer.  Include the distance above ground 12. List 4 problems affecting earth 13. List 4 ways that we can care for earth 14. Define plates,  plate tectonics, pangea, continental drift, subduction zone, ocean trenches , convection currents 15.Explain why plates move 16. State 3 evidence to support the continental drift  theory 17. State the names of the 7 very large plates 18. Name the 3 plate boundaries 19. Use a diagram to explain what happens at a convergent plate margin 20. G...

Possible Exam Questions 1. Using 5 sentences, Explain the formation of earth 2. What shape is the earth? 3. Name the shape of the earth 4. Name 4 proof of earth shape.   5. With the aid of a diagram,  describe 2 of these proof 6. Name the layers of the earth 7. State 3 characteristics of EACH layer 8. Differentiate between SIAL and SIMA 9. Define lithosphere,  asthenosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere 10. Define lunar eclipse 11. Draw a diagram to show the layers of the earth.  Include the measurement of each layer  12. What is the size of the earth. 13.What is the size of the earth from west to east. 14. What is the size of the earth from north to south. 15. Name the 2 movements made by earth 16. Differentiate between rotation and revolution 17. State the duration of earth's rotation 18. State the duration of earth's revolution 19. In what direction does the earth rotate 20. What is the sun's distan...

Possible Exam Questions 1. Define Geography  2. Name 2 other subjects that are associated with the subject of Geography. 3. Identify the main branches of Geography 4. Define each branch of Geography  5. Define Statistical Geography  6. State 4 importance of Geography 7. Define hazards 8. Differentiate between lithology and geomorphology 9. Explain why the knowledge of Geography is important to a GIS Specialist 10. Who is an archaeologist 11. Give another name for a town planner 12. Name 3 natural hazards that we encounter in Jamaica 13. Name at least 5 sub-branches for each main branch. 14. Identify 10 geography careers.  15. Give the meaning of each career 16. Identify 5 tools used to collect geographical data 17. Identify 5 methods used in the collection of geographical data 18. Define questionnaire,  interview, survey 19. Identify the 5 themes of Geography  20. Use 2 sentences to describe ea...

There are four spheres. These are: - Biosphere               - Geosphere (Lithosphere) - Atmosphere            - Hydrosphere The prefix for each word can assist you in identifying the specific sphere. Example: The prefix "bio" means life The prefix "geo" means earth The "bio" sphere then would be the area of the earth that involves all living things while "geo" sphere would be the area that has to do with earth's crust. Videos have been attached to help you learn about Earth Spheres. Watch the videos and write at least 5 sentences about each sphere. Geosphere and Biosphere Hydrosphere and Atmosphere

So we always want motivation and not sure where to get it. Sometimes we even seek steps to "sort out our lives". Well, it happens to the best of us and I know because I need these just as much as you. This post is an image compilation of smart, easy to screenshot and informative education hacks. Along with motivation, it is also always great to know how you learn as an individual. That is your learning style. Find yours in the learning style blog post. Alright! Here we go with the motivation.... 🠊  This will come in handy throughout the entire school year. I'm sure of it! 🠊   I know. This almost seems impossible but it is possible. Remember even the word "impossible" says "I'm Possible"😉 🠊   Yasss! This is essential. We all need to reserve some energy. Therefore it is best to learn what not to do during the days. 🠊   This is easy.  If you have younger siblings teach them all your school work to ensure that you learn...

There are three ways people learn. These are Auditory, Visual and  Tactile. Take a quiz to find out which one you are at Natken Educational Center . Auditory  Learners   If you are an auditory learner, you learn by hearing and listening. You understand and remember things you have heard. You store information by the way it sounds, and you have an easier time understanding spoken instructions than written ones. You often learn by reading out loud because you have to hear it or speak it in order to know it. As an auditory learner, you probably hum or talk to yourself or others if you become bored. People may think you are not paying attention, even though you may be hearing and understanding everything being said. Things that auditory learners like you can do to learn better. Sit where you can hear. Have your hearing checked on a regular basis. Use flashcards to learn new words; read them out loud. Read stories, assignments, or direction...

Top 5 Study Tips for 2018-2019  Doing well in school takes a lot of effort. Sometimes, even when you do your best it does not seem good enough to meet the standards of your institution. Some schools stream students based on their grades, some allow students to repeat a grade if they did not do well, while others allow students to go through the system regardless of their academic accomplishments. Whatever the case at your school, it is in your best interest to do well. You need to be intrinsically motivated while taking specific steps towards your goal of achieving academic success.  Ever too often we may hear that we need to study and study hard, but studying is a lot more than just reading what the teacher gave in class. Studying is the active creation of a mindset geared at academic performance that encompasses the entire lifestyle of the individual involved. Let me break it down for you in 5 tips as seen below. 👉Study Tip #1👈 S  - Sacrifice I know that...

Geography is a wide subject that covers a variety of topics. As a result, the subject is separated in Branches and then further into sub-branches. These are explored in the post  Introduction to Geography . It should be noted that each sub-branch can become a career of its own. For example, The study of volcanoes is called Volcanology and the person who studies volcanoes is a Volcanologist . You will realize that there are several sub-branches that can easily give you the name of the associated career. Due to the expansive nature of Geography, there are several jobs that require the knowledge of Geography. Some of these jobs as well as what they do are listed below. - Geography Teacher A person who is trained to impart knowledge about Geography to others. - Town Planner A person who males detailed arrangements for the building and development of a town. - Meteorologist A person who studies the conditions of the atmosphere that causes the weather. - Archite...

“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.”  ―  Lao Tzu Change is always difficult because it encompasses something new, something different and it is natural to be fearful of the unknown. The transition from Primary to High School can be scary and exciting all at the same time. During this time where things are unpredictable with Coronavirus and the education system, it is important make the transition as easy as possible. This post includes 7 tips that can help you transition from Primary to High School. One tip for each day of the week😉     1. Find an online summer school to attend If your new school has a summer program,  ensure that you attend. It's not a waste of time or money. Firstly, it helps with the simplest things that can cause the biggest problems.  Though this may be online, you may...

5 Fun things to do in Summer to help you prepare for the next school year. 1. Read                               Read anything, books, magazines, novels, blogs among other things.  Reading will keep your brain active during the summer break . It would also be a good idea to read your literature books before school actually starts. That way, you will be ahead of the class and you will have a clearer understanding of the concepts when you re-read in class. 2. Relax The point of the break from school is to allow you to recharge and renew your energy in preparation for the new school year. Relax and allow your body to rejuvenate. Sleep in for an extra hour or 3 :-) , stay in your pajamas all day or just go to beach all day. There are several relaxing activities that can be done at home all by yourself. If you would like some ideas let me know in the comments below. 3. Enter competitions Su...

Rotation and Revolution Causes of Day and Night Seasons and the Sun Seasons Song 1 - Just Cant Get Enough Parody Seasons song 2 - Heathens Parody Earths Orbit Song

Calculating Time Ok, so we already know the following: - 1 hour is 15° - 1° is 4 minutes - Add 1 hour when moving to the east - Minus 1 hour when moving to the West Here's how to do your calculations Example 1 If a place is 45°E , then it is ahead of Greenwich Meridian. If the time is 12 midday at Greenwich what time will it be at 60°E? Step 1 45°E   = 3 hours ahead of Greenwich 15°E 12 midday plus 3 hours would be 3pm This could also be done using a number line Example 2 If a place is 76°E , then it is ahead of Greenwich Meridian. If the time is 12 midday at Greenwich what time will it be at 60°E? Step 1 76°E   = 5 hours remaining 1 ° 15°E 1 ° equals 4 minutes therefore  76 °E would be 5 hours and 4 minutes ahead of Greenwich 12 midday plus 5 hours and 4 minutes would be 5:04pm Try the Calculating Time Worksheet. If you have any questions, ask them in the comments below.  All the Best

Important Points to Remember - The Earth Rotates from West to  East - Places to the East see the sun first - Imagine the sun at 1 end, that is at the East and the Earth at the West rotating on its axis                                                                                                 Now visualize the lines of Longitude on the Earth. All places on the same line of longitude will see the sun at the same time during the day. When calculating time, we start from 0 degree longitude which is Greenwich Meridian Time (G.M.T) or the Prime Meridian. So places to the East of the 0 degree line will be ahead of time, therefore, you will add time. Likewise, places to the West of the 0 degree line will be behind time, ...

Activity 1 Fill in the points of the 16 point compass below. State your responses in the comments below in their order of appearance starting from North. Activity 2 Complete the table below to find the corresponding angles for each Cardinal Point   CARDINAL POINTS CALCULATION BEARING N 0° 0 ° NNE 0+22.5 ° 22.5 ° NE ENE E   CARDINAL POINTS CALCULATIONS BEARING ESE SE SSE S SSW SW WSW W