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8th grade astronomy projects
Mission to Mars Semester STEM Unit + Mars Colony Project!
Need a semester-long STEM unit? This Mission to Mars bundle includes engineering design challenges building up to a capstone project of building a habitat on Mars! Lesson Overview Transform your classroom into a team of astronauts on a Mission to Mars! This STEM curriculum begins with Stage 1 team challenges that build teamwork and communication skills. Mission Control then guides your class through Stage 2 engineering design challenges with each unit a progressively more complex design challeng
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Life Cycle of a Star Project - Comic Strip Activity - Fun Assessment
Students of all ages love comics. In this project, students will create a comic strip that showcases the life cycle of a star. The students may choose to create a comic following the lifecycle of either a high mass star or an average mass star. This astronomy project blends art and science to help students gain a deeper understanding of the concept. The comics will look great on a bulletin board or inside a binder or science interactive notebook.What is included?★ Student direction page (PDF + E
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Earth and Space Science Activities - Mega Bundle
Newton's Laws of Motion Foldable - Great for Science Interactive Notebooks
Students will create a Frayer model foldable which will help them understand Newton's three laws of motion. The Frayer model foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, draw a picture, and apply the information by generating examples and non-examples for each vocabulary term. The foldable is designed to fit on a standard 8.5 x 11 paper and requires printing two pages (double-sided). The foldable makes a great interactive notebook entry or classroom wall display. Complete
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Earth's Tilt and Reason for the Seasons Activity BUNDLE NGSS MS-ESS1-1
SAVE 20% off list prices plus 2 FREE BONUSES! Designed to SUPPLEMENT and add ENGAGEMENT to an existing middle school seasons unit with great activities, an easy supplies lab, and a graphing project. Supports NGSS MS-ESS1-1 and HS-ESS1-4. BUNDLE INCLUDES:Bust a Seasons Myth ActivityGraph the Sun's Angle & Length of DaylightRotation/Revolution Sorting ActivityEasy Supplies Angle of Light LabContrast Indirect/Direct Sunlight Worksheet - FREE BONUSSeasons Review Game Activity - FREE BONUSINDI
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-6
, MS-ESS1-1
Planet Research Project Write a Children's Book | Solar System | Middle School
Your students will love writing a fun children's book for this Planet Research Project! Their children’s book will tell and illustrate a fictional story taking place on a planet. You can choose to keep the planet choices those within our solar system (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto?) and/or you can allow your students to choose other planets outside of our solar system that have been discovered. Some of my students LOVE that they can choose ‘the Diamond Planet’ or
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
STEM Space Moon Crater Design Challenge (Engineering Design Process)
Can your team of astronauts work together to land a rover in the center of a crater on the Moon? This engaging STEM challenge is a fun way to incorporate the engineering design process into your classroom or afterschool program! Students use the engineering design process and explore the forces of motion to place a ball in a cup at the center of a 6 foot diameter circle without entering the circle. This challenge represents placing a NASA rover into the middle of the Apollo lunar crater for expl
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Grades:
4th - 9th, Adult Education
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: Space STEM Starter Challenges MEGA Bundle: Middle School
Space Research Project - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!This resource can be printed and used in the classroom or be used for distance learning with Google Slides.Inspire and engage your students in the mysteries of Space!The boundless, mysterious, and largely unexplored void that is known as Space has fascinated human beings for thousands of years. From The Big Bang to the possibility of life on Europa (a moon of Jupiter), what we learn abo
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Planets of the Solar System - Research Project with Rubric
Planets of the Solar System - Research Project with Rubric - 5 page research project on all planets of our solar system with rubric and research organizer. This project will engage your students as they learn about each of the planets of the solar system. It includes a research organizer to focus student research, web links for possible research, a rubric for ease of marking, a student handout to explain the project and a teacher guide for ease of use!
Your students will love learning about t
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Grades:
4th - 9th
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Solar System Activity: Scaled Down Size & Distance Model of Our Solar System
Bring the Solar System down to Earth with this activity that scales down the sun, planets, and distances between them! An excellent out-of-the-classroom group activity for your inquisitive students!Watch your students' eyes widen as preconceptions are challenged and misconceptions are swept away.Then watch their eyes light up while they work together to measure distances and hold up planets, fusing math and science together into one unforgettable experience.This activity is not only fun, but i
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Grades:
5th - 12th, Adult Education
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
Planet Report Research Project - no prep planet report for google classroom
Your students will love completing a planet research report with this easy-to-follow digital Planet research project! Students can research any or ALL planets, and use the provided slides to complete their report. Another great idea is to print the project when students are finished to create a great visual display for your classroom!This engaging Digital Planet Report Packet includes:• Planet Research Resource Guide (a list of helpful, student-friendly sites where your students can research th
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Grades:
3rd - 10th
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Also included in: Solar System Planets Bundle for Google Classroom and Printable
Design a Mars Colony: STEM / STEAM Project Guide
Mars Colony STEM Project GuideDesign a colony on Mars! Take your STEM or STEAM classroom or program to the next level with this in-depth engineering design STEM challenge. Students will apply scientific concepts, math skills, critical thinking, research, and engineering design to plan a long term habitat on Mars. This creative and in-depth project is a great activity for your classroom or afterschool program! Part of a Mars Colony Project Bundle: This product is part of a larger bundle of activi
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Mission to Mars Semester STEM Unit + Mars Colony Project!
Design a Space Station on Mars STEM Space Exploration Activity {Digital}
This is a great space-themed STEAM engineering design challenge.With NASA making plans to try to send a group of astronauts to Mars in the 2030s, there is a lot of new interest in designing space settlements. This activity has students design a space facility. In doing this they will need to solve the problems that arise because of the conditions that exist on Mars. This activity can be done as individuals or in groups of 2-3.Students start by researching conditions on Mars and understanding th
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Grades:
5th - 10th
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Scaled Solar System Activity: Relative Distances and Sizes of the Planets
For this Scaled Solar System activity, students will work in groups to create a scaled model of the solar system by measuring (and calculating in the case of the more challenging version of this activity) the specific distance to place each "planet" from the "sun". This will help your students understand the relative distances and sizes of the planets while satisfying the visual and kinesthetic learning styles of your middle school students! It also perfectly aligns to the NGSS Standard MS-ESS1-
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
Moon Phases and Ocean Tides Activity BUNDLE NGSS MS-ESS1-1
SAVE 20% plus 3 FREE BONUSES! These resources are designed to supplement and add engagement to an existing moon and tides unit. Supports NGSS standards MS-ESS1-1 and MS-ESS1-2.BUNDLE INCLUDES:Moon Phase Sorting Activity (FREE BONUS)Graphing Moon PhasesEclipse Starter Activity (FREE BONUS)Graphing Tides ActivityRelationship Between Tides and Moon Phases Calendar ActivityMoon Phases & Tides Manipulative Activity (FREE BONUS)INDIVIDUAL RESOURCE DESCRIPTIONS:Moon Phase Sorting Activity: FREE B
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-1
Space and Astronomy Activity BUNDLE NGSS MS-ESS1
Save more than 35% off list prices! Includes 10 high-interest activities on the universe, sun, gravity, solar system, galaxies, and astronauts. These space lessons are designed to add FUN and RIGOR to an existing astronomy unit! BUNDLE INCLUDES the Following:Galaxy Types Classification Activity (with Google option)Draw Our Solar System TO SCALE Poster ProjectGraphing Gravity Activity (with Google option)Weight on Different Planets Activity (with Google option)Group Activity: Graphing Sunspots
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
Solar Eclipse Art Activity
Create a beautiful artistic representation of the Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8, 2024!This Project Guide Contains:Photo documentation of the full artistic processThorough descriptions and step by step procedures of the artistic processInstructor Artwork ExamplesStudent Artwork ExamplesRecommended Materials for this Project Include:9x12” Black Construction Paper Precut paper circle, any color is fine (4” shown)Assorted Chalk Pastels (blues shown)Paper Towel or Tissue for smudging chalkPainte
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PreK - 9th
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Scale Properties of Objects in Solar System Activity Project POSTER PROJECT
Help students understand the true scale* and proportions* of our solar system with this clear, step-by-step astronomy activity! Students create a (really long!) poster of our solar system. NO CALCULATIONS REQUIRED!⭐ Get this activity at a big discount in our Scale Properties in Space BUNDLE!⭐In this activity, students will follow these steps:Tape 9 pieces of copy paper together to create a long poster OR use two 18" x 24" poster papers that each have been halved. (Directions provided.)Follow sp
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Scale Properties of Objects in the Solar System Activity Bundle
2024 Solar Eclipse Activities and Worksheets | Grades 6 - 8
Get ready to take your students on an unforgettable journey to learn about and view a total solar eclipse with this comprehensive set of eclipse activities, readings, and worksheets for students in middle school! Be ready for the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 Don’t miss your opportunity!This resource includes a variety of activities that are designed to be used before, during, and after the eclipse. With these materials, your students will have a complete understanding of what causes an ec
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Star Gazing
This STAR GAZING project is great for students of all ages who love looking towards the night sky. This project involves watercolor painting and drawing and looks lovely hanging on a bulletin board. I use this project as an Early Finisher Project, as a Substitute Lesson or even to go along with a Science lesson studying stars. What's included?-10 page Step-By-Step Directions for how to make this art project-Pictures to go along with each step-Examples of Galaxies-Finished example of the Star
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Grades:
2nd - 12th
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Planet Earth Print Paintings
Create Out of this World Planet Earth Prints with this comprehensive guide.This Project Guide Contains:Photo documentation of the artistic processThorough descriptions and step by step proceduresInstructor artwork examplesStudent artwork samplesProject extensionsRecommended Materials for this Project Include:9x12” (or larger) Black Construction PaperReusable or Disposable Paint PaletteTempera Paints: Greens, Blues, WhiteSeparate container of only white tempera paintLarge tip brush (round or flat
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Grades:
PreK - 8th
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Also included in: Favorite Projects Mega Bundle!
Science Constellation Project Research Science Constellations Research Project
NO PREP! You can use this project as an introduction to constellations or to have students expand upon their prior knowledge about constellations. Students choose a constellation and research to find the pertinent information that applies to their constellation. This project can be adapted as a PowerPoint presentation, a poster, a written paper, or a tri-fold depending upon your classroom needs. I've used it several ways depending upon my class! Easy to incorporate and begin today!
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Mission to Moon - Middle School Semester STEM Unit!
Lesson Overview Transform your classroom into a team of astronauts on a Mission to the Moon! This STEM curriculum begins with Stage 1 team challenges that build teamwork and communication skills. Mission Control then guides your class through Stage 2 engineering design challenges with each unit a progressively more complex design challenge as students arrive at and explore the Moon. The final phase is to tackle the Stage 3 Moon Colony project.Units are aligned to science and math standards along
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Solar System Project - Create a Planet Alien
This is a project designed to coincide with any Solar System unit. Students create an alien that would survive on one of the specific seven planets. They must create ten physical features to help the alien survive on that planet.
Organizers, assignment sheets, and assessment sheet included!
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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Earth and Space Unit 5E Science Lessons Solar system project stars and galaxies
Wouldn't it be great if you had highly engaging fun solar system, planets, stars, and galaxy activities ready to go for the next 4-5 weeks so that you don't have to spend another weekend lesson planning? Spend your weekends doing what you want to do with already done, engaging, and differentiated Space 5E model lessons that will take you through the next three to four weeks of school.(Includes six bonus lessons that you can only find when you buy this bundle)This lesson plan unit bundle will pro
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Grades:
4th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
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