1.Have students divide up into groups for the purpose of making their own globe. Materials used might include: an inflated balloon covered with papier mache, then smoothed out and decorated, or large balls/globes of Styrofoam available from art materials supply stores. The styrofoam may be painted or covered with modeling clay. Modeling clay or plasticine may also be used in order to create mountains, rivers, lakes and other landmarks and natural elements. The detail should be as accurate as possible including the angle of the Earth's axis. Each group will write up a brief description of how the globe was made and what materials were used. Put the globes on display and invite other classes and those from the community to view the exhibit.

2. Space -the final frontier. The year is 2550 and your team is exploring outer space. You discover a new galaxy. Chart the galaxy including planets, moon, significant stars and describe atmospheric conditions and life forms (if any) on the planets. Present these to the rest of the class.

3. Look at the online NASA pictures of Mars. Pretend that it is 150 years in the future and humans have found a way to colonize Mars. The new technology allows them to create an Earth-like environment on Mars with water, oxygen and flora and fauna. Look at the images of Mars and decide where the water would go, and the forests and mountains, by following the natural contours of the planet. Find a good place for the first Earth colony and tell why you chose that spot. The new human-friendly planet can be drawn, done on the computer or done as a 3-D model in paper, plasticine, clay or papier mache.