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Olympus mons Caldera Map

 

This detailed map was created by the graphic team at the Astrogeology Science Center in Arizona and shows the rugged landscape of Olympus Mons, the largest known mountain in the Solar System. Olympus Mons is an enormous volcano on Mars, measuring around 373 miles (600 km) across and 16 miles (25 km) high. To put this into perspective, it is about the size of Poland and more than three times the height of Mount Everest.

The map is one of the most detailed representations of Mars available today. It reveals the volcano's contours, steep cliffs and channels that were formed by flowing lava. Scientists believe that Olympus Mons last erupted around 25 million years ago, making it relatively young in geological terms. However, it is now thought to be inactive, which is one reason why Mars is considered to be less geologically active than Earth.

Despite its immense size, Olympus Mons can be seen from Earth using a simple telescope. The different colours on the map highlight areas of varying ages and rock formations, helping scientists to better understand the history and development of this remarkable Martian volcano.

This map provides a fascinating glimpse into the dramatic landscapes that exist on other planets and shows how mapping technology helps us explore places far beyond Earth.

There is so much more to write and describe about this map but we will leave that to Year 5 to discover and tell you about. 

(Information source: 40 maps that will change how you see the World by Alastair Bonnett) 

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Purple Mash

Please click on the picture below to access the Purple Mash website. Please ask your child's teacher if you are unsure of the log in details.

Click here to be directed to our Purple Mash information page. 

 Reading 

Please click on the links below to access different online stories that children can read or listen to. Most of them do not require you to sign up. Enjoy! 

Oxford Owl

Book Trust

Story Online 

Magic Key Story Books

Audible Stories

 Physical Activities 

Keeping active is really important. Please try and do some physical activity everyday for 30 minutes. 

Joe Wicks PE Lesson

5 a day

Change4life