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Free 5th grade astronomy handouts
Solar System Mini Book - Portrait
This is a mini-book I made for my Space Unit in Science class about the Solar System.
I print and copy the pages, and also copy the lined paper (included in PDF) onto the back of each page.
The students cut along the dotted lines and assemble the pages in order. I go around and staple the books together.
Then, after the students have assembled the books, we copy interesting facts about the planets/sun/moon/etc onto the back of each page. You're on your own with the facts, though. I like spac
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K - 5th
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Space Moon Phases and Eclipse Lesson | Earth Moon Sun Astronomy Unit Bundle
This product includes 2 warm-ups, a set of differentiated Cornell notes, a foldable activity, three essential questions, and a slide presentation with a mini-quiz built in on the phases of the moon and eclipses. This lesson is included in myEarth, Moon, and Sun Unit Bundle , which is also a part of my Complete SPACE TRIPLE BUNDLE- COMPLETE INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK.Check out these products all included in the bundle:Pre-Assessment/Warm-upEarth and Moon's Motion LessonSeasonal Patterns LessonGravity i
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4th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Mars Rover | Earth and Space Science | STEM Activity
FREE! STEM-tastic Rovers! FREE Mars Rovers Engineering Activity!!Teachers are saying :"My students loved this resource! We had the most fun creating our own Mars Rovers. I would highly recommend this resource to anyone looking for a way to expand off their book!""This was an extremely fun activity to do with my students as a culminating activity after studying Mars and Earth. It was a way to do a fun activity with food that still had an academic purpose. Students had to really plan things out
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM and Food - Edible Engineering Bundle
Outer Space Activities: Easy Origami Rocket Tutorial and Printable Origami Paper
3... 2... 1... Blast off into your space exploration unit with this beginner level origami paper rocket project. PDF file includes easy-to-follow folding instructions and a space coloring sheet that becomes a child's own unique origami paper._______________________________________________________Howdy! I'm Katie Clemons. I keep journals with kids, and you can too! Nurture creative thinking, improve penmanship, get silly, and build keepsakes. Together!Follow me here on TPT for weekly new content.
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K - 5th
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Solar System Diagram
The Solar System Diagram provides a way for students to learn the classification, order and significant features of the eight main planets plus three dwarf planets: Ceres, Pluto and Eris. It also locates the Asteroid Belt and Kuiper Belt in which the dwarf planets reside.
Other Astronomy activities:
Astronomy Unit Notes and Powerpoint
Astronomer Flipbook PowerPoint & Quiz
Cool NASA Images Powerpoint
Moon Phase Diagrams
Solar System Chart and Powerpoint
Stellar Evolution Flowchart
Stel
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4th - 12th
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The Magic School Bus - Exploring Space
Within the Magic School Bus Exploring Space pack, you will find 2 episode guide questions and a find-a-word with terminology relating to the key topic explored in the episodes:Gets lost in SpaceOut of this WorldHOW CAN YOU USE THIS PRODUCT?By having students answer questions while watching the episodes will ensure that knowledge is retained and they are able to later recall information they learnt from the episodes and use it in classroom learning experiences. After the video students can furthe
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: BUNDLE - The Magic School Bus Episode Pack
FREE Seven Day Moon Tracker for Moon Phases Unit
This is a moon tracker that students can use to observe the moon for a week. This download includes the moon tracker itself and an instruction page that gives you details on how to use it in your classroom.
This freebie comes from my upcoming moon unit where I have multiple trackers for various lengths of time as well as fun moon-related activities. Check for updates at my blog, www.classroomcompulsion.blogspot.com!
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3rd - 6th
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Solar System Mini Book - Landscape
This is a mini-book I made for my Space Unit in Science class about the Solar System. This is VERY similar to my other product, but is in Landscape Orientation. Some of the descriptions are slightly different, and I've used some different pictures.
I print and copy the pages, and also copy the lined paper (included in PDF) onto the back of each page.
The students cut along the dotted lines and assemble the pages in order. I go around and staple the books together.
Then, after the students hav
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K - 5th
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Planet Distances from the Sun
These labels pair perfectly with student-created models of the solar system. Students must match the distances from the sun listed at the bottom of the page to the planet labels above. But, the distances aren't in order (the planet labels are) - students will need to use their knowledge of place value to help them match the distances to the correct planets! (For example, students should know that Mercury is the closest planet to the sun, so therefore, the distance that matches Mercury must be th
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2nd - 5th
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Planets and Earth's Moon NO PREP Lesson
Planets and Earth's Moon warm up, notes, reinforcement worksheet, and quiz. NGSS Earth and Space Science Standards.
Just download, print, copy, and GO! A no prep, 4 part lesson pack to keep your students engaged and learning.
This compilation of resources includes:
- A 3 questions, half page warm up
- Guided notes meant to be given on a document camera or projected on a white board to fill in the blank.
- Reinforcement worksheet: Extra practice that can be used for homework, station work, i
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Astronomy NO PREP Lessons BUNDLE
Phases of the Moon Rap Lyrics
Use this activity to keep students focused on the educational information in this rap song, so that the fun use of music in the classroom can produce lasting results.
This song and these lyrics are not my original work. I simply copied down the words onto a fill-in-the-blank style activity for students to use as a guide while watching the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79M2lSVZiY4
Feel free to check out my blogpost about the Moon Phases for information and ideas about how I use this in
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3rd - 5th
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Countdown to the Eclipse Documentary Follow Along Movie Worksheet
Get ready for the Total Solar Eclipse with a free eclipse documentary! Available on Amazon, Countdown to the Eclipse, prepares students for the upcoming eclipse using NASA animations and immersing the viewer into the journey of a group of eclipse chasers as they chase after the 2016 total solar eclipse. Appropriate for all ages.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0747D3HHW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501015528&sr=8-1&keywords=countdown+to+the+eclipse
Runtime is 44 minutes. Closed captioned.
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4th - 12th
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Inner and Outer Planets Powerpoint
Powerpoint contains planet descriptions, facts, and questions.
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5th
Saturn- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!
This engaging worksheet will allow students of all ages to learn about the planet Saturn! Worksheet includes a reading passage, related questions, and a word search. Letters not used will spell out a hidden message. This activity can be used in-class, for homework, or as a review. Discover the unique attributes of Saturn, its moons, rings, storms, and history!
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education
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Solar System Facts FREE
Your students will have a blast learning about the solar system with these half-page posters. Each mini-poster has five interesting facts per planet. This freebie compliments my integrated science and reading solar system series which you can see here.If you download this freebie, please leave feedback....even if it's just two words...thank you. I would really appreciate that. Thanks! Students learn science best when it is integrated with other areas of the curriculum such as reading and langu
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Solar System Reading Comprehension Activities BUNDLE
Phases of the Moon Worksheet
The moon changes in appearance and location in the sky everyday, which is why we refer to the moon by its phases: new moon, full moon, first and third quarter moon. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. This quick worksheet displays the approximate appearances of the major and minor Moon phases in reference to the earth and general position relative to the monthly lunar cycle. Also included is an answer key f
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3rd - 6th
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Solar System Reading Comprehension (Free Sample of a planning resource)
Free sample for a planning and resource bundle. Included is a reading comprehension task learning about the geocentric and heliocentric models with three differentiated question sheets and answers.
The full resource includes:
Seven fully planned, differentiated and resourced lessons that take children on a journey from the developing understanding of the Solar System models to writing their own reports.
Lesson One - Reading comprehension task learning about the geocentric and heliocentric mod
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Reading Comprehension Bundle
Astronomy: Outer Space - Meteors, Asteroids, and Comets
PROCEEDS BENEFIT "REACH INC."-EMPOWERING ADULTS WITH DISABILITIEShttp://www.reachinc.org-Southern Science Specialists - Chapel Hill, North Carolina-A quick but effective summary of the 3 major smaller bodies within the solar system:Meteors, Comets, and Asteroids!This activity is presented in 2 formats, one color coded for modified instruction and one non-color coded for general instruction. Students match terminology, definition, and image. A cut and paste, Smartboard, or Velcro and laminate a
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2nd - 7th
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Awesome Astronauts Internet Research Activity
An Internet research activity focusing on astronauts, the Space Race as well as the planets and moons in our solar system.Great as a sub lesson or topic introduction.If you would like notifications on free and new resources as well as upcoming sales be sure to follow my TpT store by clicking the 'Follow Me' link above.Resource reviews are greatly appreciated.Clipart by:Ron LeishmanDigital ToonageToonClipart
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5th - 8th
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Solar System Cut and Paste
This Solar System worksheet can be used as notes or a review of the planets. It teaches the order of the planets from the sun, the difference between inner and outer planets, the difference between terrestrial (rocky) and gas planets, and important facts about each planet.What's Included:1 Instruction Page1 Solar System Labeling Page3 Planet Pages2 Cut and Paste Pages3 Pages for the Answer KeySupplies Needed:PrinterScissorsTape/GlueCrayons/Colored PencilsDirections:The students start by labeling
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3rd - 6th
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The Solar System: Revolve vs. Rotate Cloze Notes
Cloze Notes for Revolve vs. Rotate(To be used in a unit on the Solar System/planets)!
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4th - 6th
Solar Eclipse - Review Article Lesson - review questions
Solar Eclipse Review Article - Questions activities
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3rd - 8th
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Constellation Worksheets
Geography Class for the SkyIn school, we teach children basic geography because we want them to be familiar with the arrangement of their world, and be able to find their way around on a map of it. Shouldn't we want them to be familiar with the sky above their world as well? Shouldn't they be familiar with the arrangement of outer space, and be able to find their way around on a map of it, not to mention in the real sky over their heads? Not only that, but being familiar with the constellatio
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3rd - 6th
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Universe: Outer Space: Note Organizer (Planets, Stars, Galaxies, and a Universe)
PROCEEDS BENEFIT "REACH INC."-EMPOWERING ADULTS WITH DISABILITIEShttp://www.reachinc.org-Southern Science Specialists - Chapel Hill, North Carolina-Come Explore the Universe! See preview. Activity presented in a table note organizer format with text and pictures. Very colorful! Great for scientific vocabulary practice and the development of scientific literacy. A perfect modified activity addressing a variety of learning abilities. Great for special education and inclusion classrooms. 3
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2nd - 7th
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