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12th grade astronomy independent work packets
Mars Virtual Field Trip Explore the Mars Rover
Take a virtual field trip to space and to Mars and explore the Mars Rover. Perfect activities, worksheets, and tasks for middle and high schoolers for Mars and Space Science. This PRINT and Go resource is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions and activities can be answered from exploring the virtual field trip site. Rather than just look around using the 360 view, these tasks give
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Grades:
4th - 12th
Big Bang Theory Evidence NGSS MS-ESS1-2 MS-ESS1-2 Includes Spanish
This resource is engaging, low maintenance, no prep, NGSS aligned, hard copies or virtual! By the end of this activity your students will have a much deeper understanding of The Big Bang Theory. AND! It includes a Spanish version for your ESL/ELL/Newcomer students!This activity can be completely student centered with zero direct instruction from you which takes students 50-90 minutes depending on ability level. Or, you can do the expanding universe balloon model yourself as a demo and embed lots
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, HS-ESS1-3
, MS-PS4-1
, HS-ESS1-1
, HS-ESS1-2
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Earth Tilt Sun Patterns Seasons Project Based Assessment NGSS MS-ESS1-1
Don't be intimidated by "Stop Motion"! I've never made one, but students use the free app and they figure out how to make amazing movies every year! Students will be engaged, excited and students will have a deep understanding of why we have seasons on earth! There’s no better way to hit the NGSS Science and Engineering Practice of Developing and Using Models than making a movie! This NGSS three dimensional resource covers the Performance Expectation “Develop and use a model of the Earth-sun sys
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
PS2.B Electric & Magnetic Forces Auroras Solar Storms Sunspots
This engaging, Google Ready, NO PREP resource will wow your students! This resource is great as an introduction, a scaffold, review or sub plan. If you are teaching the NGSS standard PS2.B: Types of Interactions: Electric and magnetic (electromagnetic) forces, this resource is perfect for you! What Students Do:First I show an amazing video about the Northern Lights as the engage to get the student’s attention. Students are asked, “What causes the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Boreal
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-PS2-3
, HS-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-1
Planets of the Solar System Gallery Walk Activity NGSS MS ESS1 1 Worksheet
This activity is great for a nice quite day in class or a sub plan, the kids get really into it and there’s no prep! Jigsaw activities are a cooperative learning strategy that empowers students to specialize in one aspect of a topic that they eventually use to teach their peers. What Students Do:Students research and compile key facts about their assigned planets to create vibrant flyers.Afterwards, they display their flyers on the classroom walls for a gallery walk. During this session, fellow
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
NGSS Scale History of the Universe HS-ESS1-1 MS-ESS1-3 Activity Includes Spanish
After this activity your students will have a much deeper understanding of how our universe started and how the solar system and life evolved into what it is today! It’s interactive, inquiry based, metacognitive and integrated NGSS!!! I highly recommend you purchase The Universe and Its Stars in my store. It’s only $2.99 and it’s a perfect scaffold for this resource. Another great resource to accompany this one is Scale of the Universe. It teaches students how big objects are and their distanc
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, HS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-1
, HS-ESS1-2
Virtual Field Trip to the Solar System Activities for Middle and High School
Explore out of this World with your middle or high school students in this Space Virtual Field Trip to explore the Solar System! Perfect for any science class, these lessons are ready to go with interactive activities, 360 videos and tours, and lots of ready to go activities and tasks! This resource is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions and activities can be answered from explorin
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Space Virtual Field Trips Pack for Middle and High Discount Bundle
Take a Space Virtual Field Trip for Middle and High Schoolers in this discount bundle to explore Outer Space, the Moon, the Hubble, and so much more! Perfect for astronomy classes, science classes, and more!The PDF version of this great resource is also available from my tpt store at the link below:https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/TeachwithbriThis exciting pack has 6 great resources for only the price of 4!This bundle includes virtual field trips to:The Hubble TelescopeThe MoonMars Roov
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Gravity & Solar System NGSS ESS1.A ESS1.B Online Simulation Digital
If you’re teaching NGSS ESS1.B: Earth and the Solar System The solar system consists of the sun and a collection of objects, including planets, their moons, and asteroids that are held in orbit around the sun by its gravitational pull on them (MS-ESS1-2) this is perfect for you! There’s no better way to hit the NGSS Science and Engineering Practice of Developing and Using Models than using PhET simulations! Students will be engaged and challenged by the simulation and questions. Take a look at
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
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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Grades:
5th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-2
NGSS MS-PS4-2 Waves: Why are Sunsets Red & The Sky Blue? Distance Learning
This activity will engage kids and you’ll be amazed at how interested and on task they are! It’s because every kid wants to know why the sky is blue! They also learn why sunsets are red as well! This activity hit’s the NGSS Performance Expectation “Develop and use a model to describe that waves are reflected, absorbed, or transmitted through various materials MS-PS4-2.” Students first attempt to make two models. One of why the sky is blue and one model of why sunsets are red. Inquiry and tapping
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Grades:
7th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-PS4-2
Virtual Field Trip to the Hubble Space Telescope Middle and High Digital
This space and astronomy virtual field trip is perfect for middle schoolers and high school science and astronomy classes! Learn all about the Hubble Space Telescope and explore it in depth with videos, 360, and more! A fun Space Virtual Field TripThis resource is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions and activities can be answered from exploring the virtual field trip site. Rather t
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Space Virtual Field Trips Pack for Middle and High Discount Bundle
ASTRONOMY: THE TRAPPIST 1 SOLAR SYSTEM: INDEPENDENT RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT
This is a 26-page independent research book for MG, gifted- talented, and for students that love astronomy. Use it for an astronomy club as well. Use it for students who are absent for a length of time. Use this in lieu of a grade. It is packed with research opportunities, art activities, vocabulary segments, and a quiz. There are essay portions, a word jumble, word search, and mini-biography portions. This book can be graded A, B, C, or D depending upon completeness, evidence of research, a
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5th - 12th, Staff
Solar System Worksheet Doodle PowerPoint Gravity NGSS MS-ESS1-1 MS-ESS1-2
Students love doodles and this is such an easy 45 minute no-prep lesson to deliver! If you’re teaching NGSS ESS1.B: Earth and the Solar System The solar system consists of the sun and a collection of objects, including planets, their moons, and asteroids that are held in orbit around the sun by its gravitational pull on them (MS-ESS1-2) this is perfect for you! Students learn that the solar system consists of the sun and a collection of objects, including planets, their moons, and asteroids th
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
NGSS ESS1.B Seasons PowerPoint & Interactive Worksheet Digital
This is a perfect 45 minute introductory scaffold or review for NGSS ESS1.B: Earth and the Solar System The seasons are a result of that tilt and are caused by the differential intensity of sunlight on different areas of Earth across the year. Students use the PowerPoint/Google Slideshow to help them fill in and answer the 5 slide Interactive Worksheet with a 4:00 minute Crash Course Kids video and fill in the blank questions.You can do this lesson all online, hard copies, or a combination of b
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER) ESS1.A PS4.B 1st Photograph of Black Hole
Students learn how the first photograph of a black hole was made through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in the article, they then use data that supports the claim in the "Evidence" section, draw visual evidence and then explain why the evidence supports the cla
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6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
The Moon and Apollo 11 Virtual Field Trip Activities Middle and High School
Explore the Moon and space with these ready made worksheets for astronomy and planetary sciences to learn about the Apollo 11 mission, Moon Phases, Lunar travel and more! Perfect for middle or high school biology and science classes from teachwithbri!Direct from my classroom to yours!Created by a certified and licensed current classroom teacher!Take a Virtual Field Trip:Take a 360 VR tour of the park with a short videoWatch videos about the Grand Canyon and its formationExplore website readings
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Astronomy: Case Studies
Dive into a cosmic journey with our captivating Astronomy Case Studies: Explore a collection of 8 case studies, each crafted to illuminate pivotal concepts within the dynamic field of astronomy, perfect for students eager to explore the wonders of the universe.Please Note: The case studies in this resource are also included in the resource below:Astronomy Series: Reading Centers BundleThe case studies include:The Life and Death of a Massive Star (Concept - Celestial Objects)Cosmic Microwave Back
Grades:
9th - 12th
Earth's Place in the Universe: Astronomy Bundle
This bundle contains 9 assignments over the following Astronomy topics:· Cosmic Hierarchy: The Composition of the Universe· Distances in Space· Earth’s Seasons· Historic Models of the Solar System· Moon Phases, Tides, and Eclipses· Properties of Stars· Solar Properties· Space and the Law of Universal Gravitation· The Vast UniverseEach of the above topics contains a worksheet with informational text and illustrations. A 10 question assessment is on page 2 of each worksheet that assesses the stude
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Grades:
4th - 12th
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-3
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FREE International Space Station Virtual Field Trip ISS Middle and High School
Explore the International Space Station with lots of activities and ready to use worksheets for middle and high school students! This ISS webquest is perfect for astronomy, science, physics, and Earth Science classes with so much content and no prep or planning needed!Created by a certified teacher, straight from my classroom to yours!Don't forget to click the star to follow me for more great lessons (and Freebies) and to give this product 5 stars! Thank you so much!Take a Virtual Field Trip:Tak
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Space Race & Apollo Missions Timeline - Worksheet Packet & Discussion Questions
This ready-to-print, full-color packet of worksheets will guide students through:• Researching major milestones in the Space Race for both the United States and the Soviet Union, including: - First object to orbit the Earth - First person in space - First woman in space - First spacewalk - First unmanned Moon landing• Researching Apollo missions 11 through 17• Constructing a timeline to visualize the rapid pace of the Space Race, the Soviet Union's narrow "lead" over the U.S. during the early da
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
Solar System Distance Learning Packet 21 Activities Total + Assessment + Spanish
Everything needed to learn and practice solar system vocabulary is found within this 57 page PDF. There are 21 total worksheets that can be used to create leveled packets for varying abilities, ELLs, and SWDs. This file is also useful as individual worksheets, for use by a sub, or as a holiday break assignment. Answer keys are included and all work is aligned with the NGSS (middle and high school). Refer to the preview page to see exactly what you are downloading. Here are the highlights
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Not Grade Specific
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-1
...
National Air and Space Museum Virtual Field trip for Middle and High School
3.. 2...1... blast off with this ready to go virtual field trip to the US National Air and Space Museum. Perfect for learning about engineering, space, airplanes, and any science classes for middle and high school!This resource is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions and activities can be answered from exploring the virtual field trip site. Rather than just look around using the 3
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Women's History Month - Female Astronauts
30 investigations of female astronauts: Christina Koch, Sally Ride, Mae Jemison, Valentina Tereshkova, Stephanie Wilson, Eileen Collins, Joan Higginbotham, Kathryn Sullivan, Shannon Lucid, Judith Resnik, Anna Lee Fisher, Margaret Rhea Seddon, Peggy Whitson, Svetlana Savitskaya, Ellen Ochoa, Kalpana Ochoa, Tracy Caldwell Dyson, Samantha Christoforetti, Christa McAuliffe, Catherine Coleman, Helen Sharman, Laurel Clark, Anousheh Ansari, Roberta Bondar, Anne McClain, Yi So-yeon, Liu Yang, Naoko Yama
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Grades:
4th - 12th
Also included in: Space BUNDLE
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