Middle school astronomy thematic unit plans under $5

Grades:

5th - 8th

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The Solar System: The Inner Planets Gr. 5-8

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**This is the chapter slice "The Inner Planets" from the full lesson plan "Solar System"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Thrill young astronomers with a journey through our Solar System. Find out all about the Inner and Outer Planets, the Moon, Stars, Constellations, Asteroids, Meteors and Comets. Using simplified language and vocabulary, concepts such as planetary orbits, the asteroid belt, the lunar cycle and phases of the moon, and shooting stars are all explored. Chocked full of reading passages,

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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Solar System Bundle

Created by

Ms Kara

Tools to teach everything you need to know about space! (Check out the preview) Full color visuals and brief information card on each include: 1. Order and size of planets 2. Planets orbiting the sun 3. One page for every planet 4. A card for Pluto, the dwarf planet 5. How we see the moon 5. Phases of the moon 6. Seasons, tilt of the earth, Leap Year (Teaching cards have visuals on one side, and facts for you to read to your kiddos on the back.) Activities include 1. A project assign

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PowerPoint Presentations, Thematic Unit Plans, Posters

Grades:

1st - 6th

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Space, Solar Systems, Planets-Earth Primary Grades Science Unit

Created by

Oceanview Resources

A great way to introduce your students to the wonders of our amazing planet and the solar system that we are a part of. Included in this pack areThis comprehensive Space Science and Astronomy packet is aligned with the National Science Education Standards (NSES) and common core.Students will learn about simple space science concepts including stars, planets, solar systems, the Sun, Moon, Earth, planets in our solar system, Facts and suggested activities for each plante, constellations and the un

Subjects:

Astronomy, English Language Arts, Informational Text

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Centers

Out of This World Outer Space Writing and Math Worksheet Packet for Grades 4 -6

Created by

NewEnglandTeacher

Space themed ELA and math mini unit.Students practice descriptive, creative, and step-by-step writing and upper level math skills (fractions, negative numbers, ordering numbers, expanded/standard/word form, mean, median, mode, range, and more!)Answer keys provided for all math worksheets.Contents: (Bulleted items indicate skills students will NEED to complete the worksheet)1. Cover Page2. Table of Contents3. Creative Writing Prompt 1 • Students must use adjectives in descriptive writing 4. C

Subjects:

Astronomy, Math, Writing

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

Worksheets, Thematic Unit Plans

Space Unit

Created by

Valerie Steinhardt

This unit on the planets and space is perfect to add to your Science curriculum. It is great for intermediate grades and adds wonderful activities and foldables to Interactive Science Notebooks. Included in this package is: -Rotation vs. Revolution Lesson Plan -Rotation vs. Revolution Flip Book -Stars Bubble Map- What they are made of, how they can be different from one another, facts, and our sun as a star. -Distinguishing the differences in planets, moons, comets, and asteroids using 4 flap

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Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Lesson

Grades:

3rd - 6th

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Also included in: 4th Grade Science Curriculum

Solar System PowerPoint

Created by

Einstein DNA

Introduce your students to our amazing Solar system with this bold and vivid PowerPoint presentation. Each slide includes spectacular photographs, interesting facts and descriptions about the Sun and the planets that surround us in our solar system. You and your students will enjoy this unit! Browse through my store for other items on a variety of topics including Smartboard lessons. Thanks! Einstein DNA

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PowerPoint Presentations, Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans

Grades:

1st - 12th, Adult Education

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Solar System Find A New Planet to Live On Unit Research/News Broadcast

Created by

Rachael Mahmood

What planet would we live on if we could no longer live on Earth? In this ELA Common Core Aligned unit "Life on Another Planet", students pretend that it is the year 3050 and they can no longer live on Earth. They have to research all of the planets to decide which planet is most suited for life. After they discover the appropriate planet, the students will create a news broadcast to sum up their research. This has always been one of my students' favorite activities. In this unit, you will get:1

Subjects:

Astronomy, Critical Thinking, Writing-Expository

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Research, Projects, Thematic Unit Plans

The Solar System: The Outer Planets Gr. 5-8

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**This is the chapter slice "The Outer Planets" from the full lesson plan "Solar System"**About the FULL RESOURCE:Thrill young astronomers with a journey through our Solar System. Find out all about the Inner and Outer Planets, the Moon, Stars, Constellations, Asteroids, Meteors and Comets. Using simplified language and vocabulary, concepts such as planetary orbits, the asteroid belt, the lunar cycle and phases of the moon, and shooting stars are all explored. Chocked full of reading passages, c

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Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Super Sass and Science Class

Constellation Mythology Box Project

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This NO PREP, EDITABLE project allows students to research a constellation of their choosing and present it in a shoebox! The constellation pattern is punched in the side, and a riddle is placed on top, so as students share with each other, they can guess the constellation their peers have researched! Not only do they research the mythology, but they learn about the astronomy of their constellation! Includes Editable and Non-Editable Files of: Teacher DirectionsStudent DirectionsRubricsResearch

Subjects:

Astronomy, Informational Text, Science

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Research, Projects, Thematic Unit Plans

Also included in: Constellations Bundle

Solar System Writing Paper

Created by

Schram is the Bomb

Looking for final copy paper to "jazz up" your student writing about the solar system!?! This paper will be sure to add extra "pizzaz" to make your students' writings "pop!" It includes paper for all of the planets, the sun, and Earth's moon. Each planet has a "main page" as well as an additional page for your students who love to write! Enjoy!

Subjects:

Astronomy, Other (Science), Writing

Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Printables

Solar System Project: Make a To Scale Model of Our Solar System

Created by

Classes with Cati

This resource comes with all the information, instructions, and vocabulary to help your students create a to-scale model of our solar system and to learn more about our Solar System. Depending on your students' age this project can be done in class with a teacher leading or at home individually! The following elements are included in this resource:-An age differentiated plan-2 different planet scales (one which includes pictures that are already to-scale)-Step by step instructional photos to mak

Subjects:

Astronomy, Math, Science

Grades:

1st - 6th

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Activities

The Solar System: Constellations Gr. 5-8

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**This is the chapter slice "Constellations" from the full lesson plan "Solar System"**About the FULL RESOURCE: Thrill young astronomers with a journey through our Solar System. Find out all about the Inner and Outer Planets, the Moon, Stars, Constellations, Asteroids, Meteors and Comets. Using simplified language and vocabulary, concepts such as planetary orbits, the asteroid belt, the lunar cycle and phases of the moon, and shooting stars are all explored. Chocked full of reading passages, com

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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The Solar System: The Stars Gr. 5-8

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**This is the chapter slice "The Stars" from the full lesson plan "Solar System"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Thrill young astronomers with a journey through our Solar System. Find out all about the Inner and Outer Planets, the Moon, Stars, Constellations, Asteroids, Meteors and Comets. Using simplified language and vocabulary, concepts such as planetary orbits, the asteroid belt, the lunar cycle and phases of the moon, and shooting stars are all explored. Chocked full of reading passages, comprehe

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Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Astronomy, EFL - ESL - ELD, Spanish

OUR SOLAR SYSTEM (IN 4 LANGUAGES, GREAT ALSO FOR ESL / ELL)

Created by

J MASON EMERSON

This resource begins with the reader called Our Solar System in English, Spanish, Swedish and French, which also makes it handy for ESL or ELL students. Next come handy links to computer-translated articles on Our Solar System also in English, Spanish, Swedish and French. For instantly printable learning activities there are ten half page word searches and also ten full page word searches. http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/J-Mason-Emerson/Order:Best-Sellers/

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Grades:

4th - 12th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Printables

The Solar System: The Moon Gr. 5-8

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**This is the chapter slice "The Moon" from the full lesson plan "Solar System"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Thrill young astronomers with a journey through our Solar System. Find out all about the Inner and Outer Planets, the Moon, Stars, Constellations, Asteroids, Meteors and Comets. Using simplified language and vocabulary, concepts such as planetary orbits, the asteroid belt, the lunar cycle and phases of the moon, and shooting stars are all explored. Chocked full of reading passages, comprehen

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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The Solar System: Introduction to the Solar System Gr. 5-8

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**This is the chapter slice "Introduction to the Solar System" from the full lesson plan "Solar System"** About the FULL RESOURCE:Thrill young astronomers with a journey through our Solar System. Find out all about the Inner and Outer Planets, the Moon, Stars, Constellations, Asteroids, Meteors and Comets. Using simplified language and vocabulary, concepts such as planetary orbits, the asteroid belt, the lunar cycle and phases of the moon, and shooting stars are all explored. Chocked full of rea

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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Sophira's Science Station

Bacteria for Mars

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A middle school look at how bacteria could be used in terraforming Mars. After reading, students show their comprehension through various reading practices: recall, context clues, comprehension questions, and a performance event.

Subjects:

Astronomy, Biology, Reading Strategies

Grades:

7th - 9th

Types:

Workbooks, Thematic Unit Plans, Homework

Astronaut Craft/Class Book

Created by

My AUsome Classroom

This product can be used as an individual craft or you could have each student make a page and put it together as a class book. Have your students finish the sentence "If I were an astronaut I'd go to...". There are two pages per planet. One is in color and is ready to be cut. The other is in black and white and is ready to be colored and then cut. Add a personal touch to each page by cutting out the face part of the astronaut and adding a picture of your student’s face. Take it a step further a

Subjects:

Astronomy, Special Education

Grades:

PreK - 12th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans

The Sun Unit: PowerPoint & PDF's.

Created by

SciOnTheFly

This extensive PowerPoint covers an array of topics and information in regards to the Sun. -Information, Images, Tables, Descriptions, Definitions. Topics: -Basic Statistics -Structure -Nuclear Fusion -Radiation -Convection -Sun Spots -Solar Flares -Prominences I've also included identical PDF"s for printoff for a possible science center in your classroom.

Subjects:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations, Thematic Unit Plans

Grades:

5th - 9th

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Space Research Project Bundle

Created by

Luck in Room Thirteen

Students will work in teams to research, create a PowerPoint/Google Slides presentation, plan and build a model, and present their work. They will then individually write a one page expository paper about their topic. The challenge group (if used) will research things like black holes, the Space Race, meteors, etc. The other groups will each research two planets. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Included in this bu

Subjects:

Astronomy

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Research, Projects, Thematic Unit Plans

Space themed Bitmoji Classroom

Created by

Janet Ayala

Looking for a cool Bitmoji class that is ready for Space? This Bitmoji class is ready for take off. It has some links about space and is ready for you to add your own.

Subjects:

Astronomy, English Language Arts, Science

Grades:

PreK - 8th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Centers

The Moon Lessons and Games

Created by

Teacher MoJo

50+ Pages of activities, lessons, games, and more!The file contains:Directions for creating your teacher Moon BinderLessons about why the moon has phasesMoon Phase Match Up GameMoonlight Madness GameDiagrams to labelMini-Books for Science NotebookingReading Passages with assessment questionsAdjectives ActivityWriting PoetryScience Insights - PRE and Post DOK questions for science notebookMoon Phase Flip-booksObservation LogsBINGOand Teacher Tips (tried and true) for all games and activities!

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