Make an Infographic
An infographic is like a visual story or poster that combines pictures, icons, and short bits of text to explain a topic or share information in an easy-to-understand way. Think of it as a mix between a comic strip and a fact sheet!
Example from the Canadian Space Agency
Use Google Slides to create an infographic about the moon. Make sure you include the following information.
Title: Something catchy like "Mysteries of the Moon" or "Lunar Lore".
Image of the Moon: A clear image showing its phases or its cratered surface.
Pick any six of the following:
Phases: Diagrams of the new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter, and waning crescent.
Distance from Earth: A simple fact, such as "The moon is about 238,855 miles away from Earth."
Size Comparison: A comparison of the moon's diameter to Earth's.
Gravity: A fun fact like "Gravity on the moon is only 1/6th as strong as gravity on Earth. That's why astronauts can jump really high!"
Lunar Surface: Highlight features like craters, mares (lunar seas), mountains, and valleys.
Temperature Range: Mention the extreme temperatures during lunar day and night.
Lunar Atmosphere: A note on the thin atmosphere called an exosphere, which is not breathable.
Tidbits on Lunar Dust: Mention how it's fine, sticks to everything, and how astronauts found it to smell like gunpowder!
Lunar Water: Information about the discovery of ice/water on the moon.
Lunar Eclipses: A simple diagram explaining how and when they occur.
Tides: A brief note on how the moon's gravitational pull affects ocean tides on Earth.
Moon Missions: A nod to significant missions, like Apollo 11, and the first human (Neil Armstrong) setting foot on the moon.
The Dark Side: Mention the far side of the moon, which remains hidden from Earth's view.
Future Exploration: Any upcoming missions or plans to return to the moon.
Fun Fact Bubble: Any quirky or lesser-known fact. For instance, "The moon doesn't have its own light. It shines because it reflects the light of the Sun!"
Visuals & Icons: Use rockets, astronauts, stars, footprints, etc., to make the infographic lively and engaging.
Color Theme: Using nighttime or space-themed colors – blacks, dark blues, silvers, and whites – can set the mood.
Sources: Always a good idea to include a small section at the bottom mentioning where the information was taken from, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
When creating the infographic, it's essential to balance visuals with information, ensuring it remains easy to understand while being engaging.