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Astronomy rubrics
Planet Report: The Solar System Inner and Outer Planets
Encourage your students to delve into our solar system's 8 planets. This planet report is an easy way to incorporate writing and art into your science lesson. During this project, students will be required to create an artistic representation of one of the planets in our Solar System (excluding Earth) and research different aspects of the planet to present in a written report. All of these items will be easily graded with the included rubric. The report will cover these topics:Planet NamePositi
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3rd - 6th
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Design a Solar System Project Activity for Astronomy
Design a Solar System - Astronomy or STEM ProjectThis is an awesome resource to use as a summative assessment of your students understanding of planets, orbits, stars, galaxies and more. Your students will have the exciting challenge of creating their very own solar system. This project has detailed guidelines but is open ended enough to release your students creativity in a multitude of ways. They will enjoy the freedom to create and design while feeling confident in the direction they are aske
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8th - 12th
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Earth, Sun, And Moon Interactions Choice Board Project
This project is available as a Microsoft Word download for easy editing and differentiation. The project covers the Earth, Sun, and Moon interactions including Eclipses, Different Seasons, and Changing Tides. Download includes a Rubric and Accountability Sheet to notify parents of the project at the time it is assigned.
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4th - 7th
Asteroid, meteor, meteorite, and comet poster activity with rubric
Asteroid, meteor, meteorite, and comet poster activity with rubric Includes all the basic requirements for a poster.Students must draw the Earth, the atmosphere, and space. Then correctly place, label, and define each of the 4 on the poster. Grading point system is premade for easy expectations and grading. On a word document so you can edit any parts you would like to. Simple easy activity that most students enjoy Used in my middle school classroom, see thumbnail previews for some of my 6th g
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5th - 10th
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Solar System Project Rubric
This is a simple rubric to send home with criteria and suggestions for a solar system model. It is also used for grading the final product.
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2nd - 5th
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Assessment Bundle - Evidence for the Big Bang Theory - NGSS HS-ESS1-2
Evaluate student understanding of the big bang theory and the evidence that supports it with this assessment pack aligned to the NGSS HS-ESS1-2. This bundle includes traditional multiple choice assessment tasks, a C-E-R performance task, a red shift quiz in which students analyze star spectra data, and formative assessment tasks to prepare students for summative evaluation.5E Model Phase: EvaluateLearning Target:Students will construct an explanation based on evidence for the Big Bang theory.Suc
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9th - 12th
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HS-ESS1-2
Also included in: Evidence For The Big Bang Theory BUNDLE - HS-ESS1-2
Planet for Sale Poster Project
This is a great project to include in a Solar System unit. Students are required to select a planet and complete research on it. They then present their project in poster form as a realtor. I have used this project with 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th graders.
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1st - 6th
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Solar System Brochure Activity - Space Creative Writing Science Activity
This Space Science is a project where students will design a brochure on our Solar System! This astronomy activity makes for a great exploratory, review or substitute ready-to-go printable. It includes directions with clear and concise criteria (1 page), a two-page editable template (both in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint) and a student-friendly rubric. This product is included in my Astronomy Unit 2: Solar System!Students will demonstrate their understanding of the following:Geocentric System v
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Solar System Planets Curriculum Bundle - Space Science Unit
Earth Moon and Sun System Assessment (with rubric and scaffolding information!)
This product should be used as the final assessment for the NGSS Standard MS-ESS1-1 where students are asked to create a model of the Earth Moon and Sun system, and how all of the phenomena work together. This covers the ENTIRE standard. This assessment includes:- Rotation vs revolution of - Eclipses- Moon phases- Tilts of axis's and orbits- Seasons- Equinoxes and Solstices etcI've included 2 pages of all the information that should be taught prior to this assessment as teachers notes at the end
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7th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Space and Sky Science Digital Hyperdoc Unit
It’s time to explore the universe with this ENTIRE UNIT on Space and Sky Science! Featuring a full colour and interactive digital document, it is perfect for distance learning or classroom use. The document functions as a digital textbook and is split into seven topic sections (missions) with questions for the students to work through. Students will be guided through these questions with links to videos, websites, and other digital tools where they can learn from experts and fully appreciate th
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5th - 8th
5th Grade Next Generation Science Unit Space Systems: Gravity
Includes: Unit Teacher Guide (materials needed, explanation, standards), Student Packet (all experiment components, all argumentative essay components), Assessment Rubrics
This unit is designed to lead students through the Next Generation Science Standards for 5th grade. This packet focuses on Space Systems: Stars and the Solar System and The Next Generation Science Standard:
5-PS2-1. Support an argument that the gravitational force exerted by Earth on objects is directed down.
Students w
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5th
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Space Research Project
I designed this project for students to complete during our Solar System Unit. Students will research a topic related to space, write an informational paper and then create a poster or model of their topic.
This pack includes:
1 Information/directions page
2 Research organizers (one for objects and one for people)
1 Resource page for books and websites used for research
3 Grading rubrics (one for the poster, one for the model and one for the information paper)
1 sheet of 30 research topics
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2nd - 12th
Mars Exploration Booklet Research Assignment Handout - Space Technology
A solid and well-defined set of directions and rubric for students to create a booklet from 3 sheets of copy paper about Mars and Mar’s landers and rovers. If your students have their phones, electronic device, or a laptop as a reference, this is completely NO PREP with NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE!Students will create a booklet using this handout's clear step-by-step directions and rubric. Students will write facts about planet Mars, and write the dates, missions, discoveries, and information about vario
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7th - 11th
Life Cycle of a Star Project with Rubric
Students will pick how they want to show the life cycle of a star. They can create a children's book, 3D display on a poster board, creative video, or anything else that can be approved by the teacher. Includes rubric for grading. Edit and change as you wish!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Feedback gives you FREE MONEY and also helps me make my products better!Here’s how:You can earn TpT Credits by leaving ra
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6th - 12th
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5th Grade Next Generation Science Unit Space Systems: Star Luminosity
Includes: Unit Teacher Guide (materials needed, explanation, standards), Student Packet (all experiment components, all argumentative essay components), Assessment Rubrics
This unit is designed to lead students through the Next Generation Science Standards for 5th grade. This packet focuses on Space Systems: Stars and the Solar System and The Next Generation Science Standard:
5-ESS1-1. Support an argument that differences in the apparent brightness of the sun compared to other stars is due t
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5th
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Astronomy "Pokemon Card" Summative Assessment
High school astronomy is a branch of science that explores the celestial objects and phenomena beyond Earth's atmosphere. It delves into the vast expanse of the universe, studying the stars, planets, galaxies, and other cosmic entities, as well as the fundamental principles governing their existence and interactions. Here's a detailed description:1. Observational Astronomy: High school astronomy often begins with observational techniques, teaching students how to use telescopes and other instrum
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7th - 10th
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Astronomy Research Project
Astronomy Research ProjectThis is a great way to help students synthesize what they have learned during a unit on astronomy.In this project, students are to pick a topic that has been covered in class under the topic of astronomy to research about and create a PowerPoint presentation on. There are several check points and a list of questions students need to have answered in their final product to help keep students on task. In the end, students will present their PowerPoint to the class in a 3-
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6th - 12th
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Constellation Research Project
Students select (at random) a constellation to research. I give my students two days in class to research and write the paper, drawing and presentation prep are done at home.Students are responsible for completing a short paper (~250 words), a "star map" (constellation illustration on construction paper) and giving a short presentation on their constellation.Included Materials:1. Teacher Guide2. Constellation Project Cards (PDF)3. Constellation Project Rubric (PDF)4. Constellation Project Rubric
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6th - 9th
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Sun Earth Moon System Diagramming Project
Need a different review for the Sun, Earth, Moon System? Diagramming works WONDERS! Students choose three of seven options to diagram and write a one paragraph explanation. Options include: Sidereal vs Solar Day, Synodic vs Sidereal Month, What causes the Seasons, Moon Phases, Eclipses, Solstices and Equinoxes, and Leap Year.⭐Options include specific questions to answer/show within the diagram⭐Full rubric included⭐Pictures of example work includedUse this assignment for:►Review►For a sub►Homewor
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Sun Earth Moon System BUNDLE - with Student Workbook!!
Solar Eclipse 2024: Researching the Past Assignment
Looking for a way to engage your students regarding the Solar Eclipse?Our assignment on solar eclipse myths across cultures offers a thrilling journey through time and space, guaranteed to spark your students' imagination and critical thinking skills!Skills DevelopedResearch: Students will conduct thorough research using a variety of sources to explore solar eclipse myths and legends across cultures.Analysis: Students will compare and contrast cultural interpretations of solar eclipses, identify
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6th - 9th
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Design a Solar System Project
In this culminating project, students demonstrate their understanding of the life cycle of a star, the formation of the solar system, and various aspects in Astronomy. Students are asked to design their own solar system using a known OR made up star and explaining the star based on the HR Diagram. There is a minimum requirement of 6 planets, one requiring moons and another requiring life forms. This google drive folder includes the following resources:Project description page (editable) Project
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8th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, HS-ESS1-1
Writing Science Fiction
Take your students on a fantastic writing journey into the world of science fiction. This unit contains detailed lesson plans, graphic organizers, anchor charts and everything you need to complete the unit in 3-4 weeks. What's in this Packet? Everything You Need. Just print and go.•“A Note to the Teacher”•Tips and Tricks•Suggested Readings and mentor texts•Outline of lessons and materials needed•“Kid Watching Notes” graphic organizer•8 Visualization Anchor Charts: “Where Might You Go?”, “How Wou
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3rd - 6th
Our Class is Out of the This World- Planet Project
This is a project that I created to go along with our space unit in a fifth grade classroom. It can be adapted for other grade levels as well. In this project students are to investigate the planets in our solar system. Students are divided into partners to complete research on a particular planet, provide detailed information on a large poster/travel brochure, create a commercial, and present their findings to the class.
This kit includes: Project instructions/guidelines for the students,
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3rd - 6th
5th Grade Next Generation Science Unit Space Systems: Patterns
This unit is designed to lead students through the Next Generation Science Standards for 5th grade. This packet focuses on Space Systems: Stars and the Solar System and The Next Generation Science Standard:
5-ESS1-2. Represent data in graphical displays to reveal patterns of daily changes in length and direction of shadows, day and night, and the seasonal appearance of some stars in the night sky.
The unit is purposefully written to give teachers the ability to introduce and change as they fe
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5th
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