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High school astronomy worksheets for Microsoft Word
Tides Lab Using Water Balloons - Hands On Experience That Kids LOVE!
This lab is a really fun way to use discovery and investigation to teach students how gravity and inertia cause tides, along with the moon. The cost is low (a package of water balloons and yarn) and it is a great activity to get kids moving and outside. They work in small groups and go through a series of steps and procedures and record data. This was one of the most fun labs of the year for students and was instrumental is having kids understand why we have high tides on the side of the Earth c
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6th - 12th
The Universe: Secrets of the Sun Video Questions
The Secrets of the Sun video questions in the Universe Series Season 1 focuses on the energy, layers phenomena and life cycle of the sun. The video sheet has twenty-two questions and includes an answer key.
Other Universe Series video questions:
The Most Dangerous Places in the Universe Video Questions
The Universe Series: Mars the Red Planet Video Questions
The Universe: The End of the Earth Video Sheet
The Universe: The Life and Death of a Star Video Questions
The Universe: The Moon Video
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6th - 12th
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Earth Science worksheets: Label the planets in our solar system
Earth Science worksheets: Label the planets in our solar system2 VERSIONS OF WORKSHEET (Worksheet with a word bank & Worksheet with no word bank)Students have to identify and label the eight planets in our Solar System from looking at the picture (Earth, Mars, Mercury, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune).Word bank providedStudents can also color in the planetsWorksheet aimed for higher kindergarten/lower primary levels
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K - 10th
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Also included in: Primary Space Bundle: (10 worksheets, 60%+ off)
ADOPT-A-CONSTELLATION- research stars in common constellations EDITABLE
ADOPT-A-CONSTELLATION-find information online about stars in common constellations-including magnitudes, distances, color, placement in the sky. Also including information about the constellation itself- history, mythology, and best times if the year to view.A list of websites to use for resources is included as well. This works well after my Star Reference Sheet activity which explains star magnitudes (absolute and apparent). Grading rubric is included.
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5th - 9th
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Bill Nye The Moon Video Questions
This 19 question video guide with included teacher key is designed to go along with the Bill Nye The Moon video or DVD. You will need to have the video to use this product. This product covers solar and lunar eclipses, how we can see the moon, tides and the moon's gravity. This would work well in a general science, Earth Science or Astronomy class.
Having students take notes during a video increases their retention from the video and gives them something to take home and study. Through crea
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4th - 12th
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Science worksheets: Label parts of the Sun
Science worksheet: Label parts of the SunStudents have to label parts of the Sun by looking at the numbers and where the arrow points(Core, Corona, Radiation Zone, Convection Zone,Photospere,Chromosphere)Answer Key included on 2nd page
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4th - 12th
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Evidence for the Big Bang - Independent WebQuest
This lesson is designed to equip students with fundamental knowledge about the Big Bang theory and the compelling evidence supporting this groundbreaking concept. Through an engaging webquest, students will explore a variety of resources, including short articles, astronaut interviews, and videos, to unravel the secrets of our cosmic origins.In this lesson, students will embark on an exciting journey of discovery, delving into the basic facts surrounding the Big Bang theory. They will explore th
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5th - 12th
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HS-ESS1-2
Astronomy Video "How the Universe Works: Big Bang"
The episode link to YouTube is provided in the title if the video is not available on DVD. Excellent series that was on the Discovery Channel and is now on the Science Channel. This worksheet is on episode #1 and explains the Big Bang Theory on the origin of the Universe (47:27). The latest graphics and explanations are used to help students understand a complex and abstract subject. 13 questions (not in any order) can be answered while watching the video or as an Internet activity. A puzzle ac
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6th - 12th
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HS-ESS1-2
Understanding Parallax
This lab makes understanding parallax simple. Students use real world examples and draw so that parallax can be visualized. The concept is reinforced throughout. A summary YouTube video is included. My students completely understood the concept after this lab!You may edit this lab, the answer key is provided.Educating the World Together!Get Science
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Astronomy Lab Bundle
Cosmos Student Companion Page for Episodes 1-13 The Whole Series
This is an accompanying student handout for parts 1 to 13 of the new Cosmos television show. Keep students engaged while watching with 20 focus questions for each episode plus analysis questions. Includes an answer sheet.
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4th - 12th
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The Farthest: Voyager In Space Video Viewing Guide Editable
If you haven't watched The Farthest: Voyager In Space yet, I highly recommend you do so! It is a wonderful documentary that covers the scientific and cultural significance behind the Voyager spacecraft.
I developed this viewing guide to use with my physics students while showing this video. It asks questions not only relevant to the planets and the mission of Voyager, but also about the scientists who worked on the project, the cultural significance, as well as the Golden Record.
I believe t
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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NGSS Assessment Tasks and Test Questions MS-ESS1-2 Modeling Gravity Solar System
NEW! This resource contains quality, EDITABLE sample NGSS assessment questions and performance tasks for the Earth and Space Sciences Performance Expectation MS-ESS1-2. Develop and use a model to describe the role of gravity in the motions within galaxies and the solar system. It works for both in person and distance learning and includes 5 questions or tasks total which can be edited, copied and pasted into various forms of assessments to align to the NGSS. Links to external resources to help t
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6th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-2
Also included in: NGSS Middle School Science Activities and Lessons Growing MEGA Bundle
NGSS Assessment Tasks and Test Question MS-ESS1-1 Model Earth Sun Moon System
NEW! This resource contains quality, EDITABLE sample NGSS assessment questions and performance tasks for the Earth and Space Sciences Performance Expectation MS-ESS1-1 Develop and use a model of the Earth-sun-moon system to describe the cyclic patterns of lunar phases, eclipses of the sun and moon, and seasons. It includes 5 questions or tasks total which can be edited, copied and pasted into various forms of assessments to align to the NGSS. Use these sample questions for: pre-assessments, chec
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6th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: NGSS Middle School Science Activities and Lessons Growing MEGA Bundle
Black Holes: The Edge of All We Know Movie Guide W/ Answer Key 2021 TV-14
Black Holes: The Edge of All We Know - 2021 – TV-14 – 99 minutesFollow scientists on their quest to understand and capture the first image of a black hole while exploring the limits of our knowledge of the universe.40 questions with time stamps (2 pages) Answer Key (3 pages)
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Universe Series: Mars the Red Planet Video Questions
Mars: The Red Planet in the Universe Series: Season 1 focuses on the conditions of Mars, and the existence of water and life on the planet. The video sheet has twenty-two questions including an answer key.
Other Universe Series video questions:
The Most Dangerous Places in the Universe Video Questions
The Universe: Secrets of the Sun Video Questions
The Universe: The End of the Earth Video Sheet
The Universe: The Life and Death of a Star Video Questions
The Universe: The Moon Video Question
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6th - 12th
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Astronomy Lesson: Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion with MATH
This 2 page worksheet with complete teacher's answer key makes it easy to integrate math into your astronomy lesson. Students put Kepler's Laws into their own words and apply simple formulas to given values for the 8 planets to test his 3rd law of planetary motion. Then, they are asked to analyze how accurate his 3rd law is mathematically. The second page includes research on 3 dwarf planets and asks students to test Kepler's 3rd law using the data they find online for these celestial bodies.
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7th - 12th
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Why is Pluto NOT a Planet? -nonfiction reading and visualizing activity EDITABLE
Students read and annotate information on Pluto, what defines a planet, and how Pluto fit into this definition. Students then do a visualization to help them understand the information.
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6th - 9th
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Geocentric vs. Heliocentric universe comparison picture
This worksheet gives students space to draw, label and describe the features and history of these two competing models of the universe. This includes an answer key and a link to a short article that you can print out for the students to use as background information. This is a great way to illustrate the differences of these topics for learners of all ability levels.
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4th - 12th
Also included in: EVERYTHING Earth Science
Galaxy Classification Cards and Graphic Orgainzer
This package includes:
(1) Galaxy Classification Cards: Includes 8 of each Spiral, Elliptical, and Irregular Galaxies
(2) Galaxy Graphic Organizer with Key
(3) Posters for stations students can visit to get the information for their graphic organizer
First, I give the students the Galaxy Classification Cards (mixed up of course!) and have them sort the galaxies and write a description of each of their groups. I then tell them scientists have done the exact same thing and have come up with the
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7th - 12th
Unknown: Cosmic Time Machine - Netflix Series -Movie Guide -James Webb Telescope
Unknown: Cosmic Time MachineNetflix Film – Documentary Films, Science & Nature Docs – TV-14 – July 24th, 2023 – 1 hour 4 minutesEngineers and scientists take a giant leap in the quest to understand the universe, with access to NASA's mission to launch the James Webb Space Telescope.24 questions with time stamps (2 pages) Answer Key (2 pages)Free! Did somebody say Free? That’s right, I did! Make sure to follow me, and be the first to know when I change my “Free Primary Download”, as it change
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9th - 12th
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Space Technology Article & Rubric (Space & Planets / Engineering / Machines)
This purchase is a great addition to any unit focusing on Space & Planets and works perfectly for homework or extra credit.Students are provided an information sheet on two separate NASA inventions (SOHO - to study the sun and NEAR - to study asteroids). They will then use the information sheets to complete an 18-question worksheet. The assignment stresses: seek and find questions, beyond the text, key vocabulary and comparing and contrasting (via a Venn Diagram).The information sheet can
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7th - 10th
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Create a Constellation Activity
In this activity, students use a real star map with all labels removed (create your own at: http://fourmilab.ch/cgi-bin/Yoursky. I recommend including stars magnitude 4.5 and brighter; smaller numbers result in fewer stars) to create their own constellations and tell stories about them. The purpose of this is to encourage students to see constellations not as unchanging, objective groupings of stars, but as images constructed by particular cultures based on their own stories and traditions. This
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6th - 12th
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26 Answer Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey Episode 2 Fill-in with Key
This 26-answer worksheet is designed to accompany Episode 2, Some of the Things That Molecules Do, of the documentary television series Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson and follows up Cosmos: A Personal Voyage presented by Carl Sagan. The story begins with Tyson sitting at a campfire, and telling how the wolf changed through artificial selection, and selective breeding into the dog breeds around today. He then enters the Ship of Imagination, and explains natural selectio
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7th - 10th
A Million Miles Away - Movie Guide - 2023 - Amazon - NASA, Jose Hernandez
A Million Miles AwayAmazon Prime Video MGM – Drama Movies – PG – 2 hours 1 minutes – September 8, 2023Inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández, A Million Miles Away follows him on a decades-long journey, from a rural village in Michoacán, Mexico, to more than 200 miles above the Earth in the International Space Station. With the support of his family, José’s drive & determination culminates in the opportunity to achieve his seemingly impossible goal.41 questions
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7th - 12th
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