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Free astronomy research
The Planets Digital Research Templates - Google Slides (Distance Learning)
This Google Slides Presentation includes eight digital templates for students to record their research on the planets in our solar system. Perfect for in class or distance learning! Assign students a planet(s) to research and students can type their research into the text boxes in the template. Note: The titles and headers can not be edited. ***Looking for more resources for your planet/solar system unit? These templates are part my Planets and Other Objects in Space Digital Activities (Google S
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3rd - 6th
Astronaut Nonfiction Informational Text Freebie Outer Space Unit Sample
Learn about astronauts with a nonfiction passage with comprehension questions as well as a label me astronaut diagram activity. This is a small peak my outer space nonfiction and research unit. This 84 page space unit is jammed packed with:☾report templates☾outlines☾non-fiction comprehension passages☾vocabulary☾math☾science☾art☾more! Click below for the full product: • Space Nonfiction Informational Text Unit❤️ You might also like ❤️Space Fiction vs Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Activities •
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1st - 3rd
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Solar System Reading Passage: Pluto |FREEBIE|
This freebie includes one reading passage on the Dwarf Planet-Pluto. It also includes follow-up comprehension questions, a blank fact sheet, and a research page. Enjoy!Can't get enough of this freebie? Check out our full Solar System pack!Solar System Reading Passages
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2nd - 5th
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Exploring Our Solar System
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This is an interactive PowerPoint with lesson suggestions and great website resources in which students can explore specific planets on their own while working towards a final presentation. Students are able to learn about our Solar System while being able to compare and contrast our plant to others.
Students final presentations focus on answering this question: "If your class could take a field trip to another planet, which planet
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1st - 4th
Out of This World Informational Writing Mini-Unit
This science and writing mini-unit really helps students to understand and apply the concepts of main idea and details. The activities are aligned with the 3rd Grade Common Core Standards for Writing and Science. This mini-unit contains:
*Listing of Standards Met
*Informational Writing Anchor Chart
*Note Taking Organizer
*Main Idea and Detail Graphic Organizer
*Writing Paper for Final Report
*Find a Buddy Who Activity
*Teacher Rubric for Evaluating Report
*Student Rubric for Evaluating Repo
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2nd - 4th
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Planet Research Project
Have students choose a planet in the Solar System and research various aspects of it with this easy graphic organizer! This is a great way to have students organize their information to use later on a formal written piece!
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3rd - 5th
SPACE EXPLORATION(LIFE ON MARS) CARTOON & WORKSHEET
Worksheet on Space Exploration, namely Life on Mars. It's a worksheet which incorporates a cartoon. It's a fun activity to get the students to use their imagination and creativity. It also allows students to explore the internet to source and process information.
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6th - 11th, Staff
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Editable Astronomy Webquest: NASA - Solar System Exploration - Earth's Moon
Enjoy this editable sub plan or webquest covering asteroids, comets, & meteors. Students will use NASA's Solar System Exploration website to learn more about these celestial objects. This handout can easily be used for an AMI day, sub plan, or regular class period. Perfect for a space unit in Earth Science or your Astronomy class.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: BUNDLE: Astronomy Webquests
Planet Facts Research Activity
This is a simple science activity designed to be used during a unit on outer space. It combines elements of research with science content.
Students read books and/or use online resources to learn about a planet in the solar system. They identify 2-3 important facts or write a paragraph about the planet. Students finish by coloring the front of the sheet to look like their planet.
From Lessons by Leah
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1st - 4th
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Planet Research Template
This is a template that I used with my students to research the planets. Each student researched a planet and then created a presentation to share with their classmates.
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2nd - 6th
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Planet Science Report
Students engage in an investigation of a planet and then develop an alien that could survive on that planet.
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2nd - 4th
Astronomy Project - Constellations
This is a short inquiry-based project on constellations in astronomy. Students research constellations. The instructions double as a rubric, and students complete the research on their own. Great for substitute lesson plans.In my own classroom I provide students with black paper and glitter to draw their constellations. Depending on how long you have, that was a really fun element!
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5th - 8th
Solar System Research Guide
Solar System Research Guide by Brad Cloud
This guide to Solar System research includes a chart that can be printed and given directly to students or saved to a shared drive for students to fill out digitally. Also included are questions for deeper delving into the intricacies of our Solar System.
This is a great companion to my Solar System QR Code Scavenger Hunt!
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4th - 7th
Greek Mythology and the Constellations
This is a Webquest that encourages student exploration and research. There are so many references to Greek mythology in our world and connections to be made across disciplines. While studying the constellations and meteor showers in science, or investigating musical instruments from antiquity, this study can help enrich student understanding of the broad scope of influence that the ancient Greeks had on our universe. Students will explore topics related to the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice.
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4th - 8th
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CER Investigation into Seasons
Activity Objective: The students will be able to gather evidence that supports the claim that Earth's position in its revolution affects the seasons we experience on earth. 1. Students will gather data from multiple points around the world and seperate the data into Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere. 2. Students will analyze data and calculate the number of hours of sunlight the location receives.3. Students will evaluate the data and and their knowledge of what causes seasons to defen
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5th - 8th
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5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Earth, Sun, and Moon Project
This is a student lead research project. Students research the Earth, Sun, and Moon and how they interact along with the phases of the moon, what causes seasons, and gravities role in it all. Students conduct their research and then choose how they would like to demonstrate their learning. Rubric is included. Great for sub plans too!
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6th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Space Exploration Timeline - Guided Research
Students explore the history of space exploration by visiting a variety of websites. The time line is hyperlinked to sites that start in ancient times up to current discoveries and expeditions. Great for BYOD days, sub plans, independent work or pairs.*This is an old resource that I created. I can no longer confirm if any of the websites are still functioning. It is now a free resource. Use at your own risk.
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5th - 8th
FREE Solar System Worksheet
Label the planets and attributes of planets! Free Resource!
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2nd - 8th
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*FREE* Basic Research Template - Planets
Use this basic research template to have students complete basic research on a planet! Easy to use template, originally on Google Slides - easily upload to Seesaw, Canvas, or Google Classroom! Perfect layout to support students with disabilities or multilingual learners! Vary support levels to meet individual student needs: Guided research during synchronous time; 1:1 support; assign as asynchronous work; or for independent work time!
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PreK - 12th
A Day in Space: Google Writing Prompt
A complete and editable writing prompt that integrates literacy, science and technology. Students are asked to write about a day in space (what they would do and see, and any problems they may encounter).
Students begin by researching the universe, inner & outer planets, the moon, and the International Space Station through online videos and articles (websites: Study James, NASA, highered.mheducation.com). They record information and questions in a KWL chart as they research. Once they
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3rd - 5th
Constellation Research Report
Constellation Research Report
Students will use this report to guide their research about a constellation of their choosing. Once the report is complete, students will illustrate the constellation.
File includes detailed instructions, grading rubric and graphic organizer used to write the report. Instructions include a list of website to guide student research.
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3rd - 5th
Planet Research Report and Answer Keys
About the ProductWithin this package you will find:The Planet Research ReportAnswer Keys for all 8 planets in our solar system (illustration not included)A short list of trusted websites for aiding student researchA short list of teaching recommendationsA blank copy of the Planet Research Report is available for free in my shop.All information was researched and vetted during Autumn 2022.
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4th - 7th
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Planet Project - Create a model of a planet! Fun, self-paced project
Get ready to have fun learning about the planets in our solar system with this project! This project can be assigned in 3 parts: brochure, model and video, and it can also be assigned as distance learning or remote learning. Students can create the model with materials they have at home. It's editable, so you can tailor it to your needs, and includes a rubric. Students can present their products to each other when complete. Your student is guaranteed to have fun learning about the solar system!
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Not Grade Specific
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MS-ESS1-1
Total Eclipse of the Flamingos
This is a science lesson on how astronomical events affect animals. Specifically, I videotaped the Flamingos at the San Antonio Zoo on April 8, 2024 during the total eclipse to see how their behavior may or may not change. Students create an hypothesis based on their prior knowledge, observe the flamingos during the eclipse as it gets dark, then record or discuss their observations that prove or dis-prove their hypothesis. The youtube link is as follows: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKB2MCQK
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4th - 8th
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