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Free 8th grade astronomy lessons
Space Earth Sun and Moon Astronomy Science Unit Pacing Guide Curriculum Map
This Space Science FREE pacing guide focuses on the Earth, Moon, and Sun Astronomy unit where students will explore moon phases, neap and spring tides, gravity in space, orbit, revolution, rotation and much more!It outlines the following: lessons, main ideas, vocabulary, essential questions, and a resource. This product is part of my Earth Science/Astronomy Unit Bundle: Earth, Sun, and Moon, which includes projects, editable assessments, and five complete lessons with editable AND differentiated
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4th - 10th
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Space Moon Phases and Eclipse Lesson | Earth Moon Sun Astronomy Unit Bundle
This product includes 2 warm-ups, a set of differentiated Cornell notes, a foldable activity, three essential questions, and a slide presentation with a mini-quiz built in on the phases of the moon and eclipses. This lesson is included in myEarth, Moon, and Sun Unit Bundle , which is also a part of my Complete SPACE TRIPLE BUNDLE- COMPLETE INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK.Check out these products all included in the bundle:Pre-Assessment/Warm-upEarth and Moon's Motion LessonSeasonal Patterns LessonGravity i
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4th - 10th
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MS-ESS1-1
Solar System Planets Space Astronomy Unit Pacing Guide Curriculum Map
This Space Science free pacing guide on the unit Solar System helps to pace your lessons, main ideas, vocabulary, essential questions, and a resource. There is also a two-page lessons strategies handout to help support teachers who purchase my unit or lesson bundle. This product is part of my Solar System Unit Bundle!WHAT DOES THE BUNDLE INCLUDE:10 Warm-upsSolar System LessonSun LessonInner Planets LessonOuter Planets LessonComets, Asteroids, and Meteors LessonSolar System ProjectAssessments- Te
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Solar System Planets Curriculum Bundle - Space Science Unit
Scale Model of Solar System Lab Activity NGSS Middle School MS-ESS1-2 MS-ESS1-3
TRY ME FOR FREE!!!! This NGSS aligned two-day lab activity is a FUN, EYE-OPENING, and mathematically accurate way to model planet size and orbits in our solar system and incorporate the Performance Expectations for MS-ESS1: MS-ESS1-2. Develop and use a model to describe the role of gravity in the motions within galaxies and the solar system and MS-ESS1-3. Analyze and interpret data to determine scale properties of objects in the solar system as well as the Crosscutting concept of Scale, Proporti
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4th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-2
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Also included in: NGSS Middle School Science Activities and Lessons Growing MEGA Bundle
Stars Galaxies & Big Bang Theory Space Science Unit Pacing Guide Curriculum Map
This is a FREE pacing guide for the Astronomy unit: Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe. It outlines the following: lessons, main ideas, vocabulary, essential questions, and a resource. There is also a two-page lessons strategies handout to help support teachers who purchase my unit or lesson bundle. This product is included in my Astronomy Unit: Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe.WHAT'S ALL INCLUDED IN THE BUNDLE?Pre-Assessment/Warm-upCharacteristics of Stars LessonHertzsprung-Russell Diagram Act
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4th - 10th
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NGSS Freebie: Introduction to Scale Models in the Solar System
This freebie is the first lesson in my 5th grade Space Systems Bundle (found HERE), and leads up to the NGSS Standard of 5-ESS1-1: Support an argument that the apparent brightness of the sun and stars is due to their relative distances from the Earth. It can also be used as an introduction to MS-ESS1-3: Analyze and interpret data to determine scale properties of objects in the solar system.In this lesson, students will be introduced to the concept of scale using the Earth, Moon, and Sun. They wi
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5th - 8th
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NGSS Space Engineering Design Project
What is more interesting than space, astronauts, and CANDY?In this project, students will learn about the engineering design cycle. They will learn about how astronauts must have specially designed food packages to use in space. They will go through the engineering design process to design, build, and refine a package that will allow astronauts to eat M&Ms in space. This activity is number 5 of 5 in a mini engineering unit. It is aligned tothe NGSS Engineering Design Standards (3-5-ETS1 and
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4th - 8th
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MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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Also included in: NGSS Engineering Design Mini Unit Bundle (3-5-ETS1 and MS-ETS1)
Space Pacing Guide Curriculum Map | Stars Galaxies and Universe Unit Plan
This is a FREE pacing guide for the Astronomy unit: Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe. It outlines the following: lessons, main ideas, vocabulary, essential questions, and a resource. There is also a two-page lessons strategies handout to help support teachers who purchase my unit or lesson bundle. This product pairs perfectly with my Space Unit 3- Stars, Galaxy, and the Universe.The following main ideas/vocabulary are focused on:• Characteristics of Stars• Hertzsprung-Russell diagram• Parallax
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4th - 10th
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MS-ESS1-2
Moon Phases & Eclipse Digital Lesson | Space Notebook Bundle
This Google Slides, digital AND printable science lesson includes two warm-ups (Slide 1), Cornell notes (Slide 2), an activity with directions (Slide 3 and 4), a slide presentation to follow along with the notes, an evaluation sheet for students and/or teachers to use (Slide 5) and answer key for the activity and warm-ups (slide 6 and 7) . The slide presentation--included in Slide 1 as a separate link already embedded-- follows along with the Cornell notes (perfect for differentiation) and inclu
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4th - 10th
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FREE - Bill Nye the Science Guy : COMETS & METEORS (space / video sheet / Sub)
*Video is needed for completion of this TPT product*Please make sure you have access to the video prior to useWant more BILL! BILL!! BILL!!! – CLICK HERE!This worksheet can be used to accompany the Bill Nye video COMETS AND METEORS (Season 5, Episode 15).The worksheet has 14 questions that help students stay focused on various science facts, topics, careers, and activities to the episodes theme. There are also 3 follow-up questions that students can complete on their own or through group discus
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5th - 8th
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Planets of our Solar System Notes and Crossword
Print & Go Notes - No Prep Needed!This resource includes student notes, a teacher key, and slides for teaching. It follows the Alberta Science 9 Unit E (Space) Curriculum.Student Notes (3 PDF pages):quick info about the suninner vs outer planetsinformation for all 8 planets in our solar system (note: does not include Pluto!)a crossword review at the endGoogle Slides:go with student notes perfectly so it’s easy for students to follow alongcompletely animated so teachers can pace accordingly/a
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5th - 10th
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Space Pacing Guide Curriculum Map | Earth, Moon, and Sun Unit
This is a FREE pacing guide for the Astronomy unit: Earth, Moon, and Sun. It outlines the following: lessons, main ideas, vocabulary, essential questions, and a resource. This product pairs perfectly with my EARTH, MOON, & SUN COMPLETE INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK.Check out these products all included in the bundle:Pre-Assessment/Warm-upEarth and Moon's Motion LessonSeasonal Patterns LessonGravity in Space LessonMoon Phases and Eclipses Lesson Free!Neap & Spring Tides LessonAstronomy Cartoon Pro
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5th - 10th
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Moon Phases and Eclipse Lesson | Middle School Space Science
This product includes 2 warm-ups, a set of differentiated Cornell notes, an activity, a slide presentation on the lesson to help scaffold instruction, and a mini quiz with answer key provided! Essential standards and learning goals are included. This product is part of my EARTH MOON AND SUN NOTEBOOK BUNDLE!The following main ideas are covered in this unit:full moonhalf mooncrescent moonwaxingwaningsolar eclipselunar eclipse★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★GET MY
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Space Astronomy Unit Bundle- Middle School Science
Solar System: Constellations Map - BONUS WORKSHEETS
These FREE worksheets include 2 pages from our Solar System Gr. 5-8 resource.This Reading Passage and Poster worksheet provides information on Constellations as well as a Northern Hemisphere map that shows all the stars and constellations that can be seen. These worksheets can be used on their own, or paired with the individual resource. And the best part is, it's FREE.About the full resource, Solar System Gr. 5-8:Thrill young astronomers with a journey through our Solar System. Our resource pre
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5th - 8th
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Moon Phases Digital Lesson | Earth Moon and Sun Space Notebook
★★★FREE CANVAS TOTE BAG with purchase of any Year Unit Bundle! ★★★This Google Slides, digital and printable lesson focuses on the phases of the moon and eclipses, which is part of my Digital Bundle: Earth, Sun, and Moon. This easy to use lesson includes warm-ups, Cornell notes, an activity, and an editable Google Slides presentation. The Google Slides presentation follows along with the notes and includes essential questions, a mini-quiz built in, and starter sentences. An answer key is provided
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Earth & Space Science Year Bundle- Google Slides Lessons Tests Projects
FREE Space Science PPT - The Planet Mercury: A Solar System Tour
This PowerPoint is meant to introduce students to the planet Mercury. Students complete a graphic organizer which follows the lesson and includes the following information:
♦ How Large is Mercury
♦ How Far away from the Sun is Mercury
♦ What is the surface is like
♦ Composition of the atmosphere
♦ Temperature range
♦ Can it be seen with the naked eyes and where?
♦ Year and Day
♦ Possibility for life
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5th - 9th
Black Holes: The Dark Side of the Universe – NO Prep – Physical Science Sub Plan
Black Holes: The Dark Side of the Universe – NO Prep – Physical Science Substitute Plans Looking to enhance your high school Physical Science curriculum with engaging resources on Astronomy, Astrophysics, Cosmology, and Physics? Inspirational Science For Subs is your one-stop shop for comprehensive, top-quality materials that are designed to captivate and inspire your students. Take the topic of Black Holes, for example. This enigmatic and intriguing subject is an excellent way to pique your stu
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Physical Science Growing Bundle (Articles) – NO Prep – Substitute Plans
Astronomy Unit Work Bundles
These are the work bundles and some preview slideshows of my 7 Part Astronomy Unit that I offer on TpT. Seven Unit Work Bundles are included that chronologically follow the detailed PowerPoint slideshows for an amazing learning experience. Students use the work bundles to fill-in the critical red slide notes, answer questions, complete graphs, conduct exciting activities, navigate projects, and includes built-in assessments. Answer keys as well as Writable .pdf's in the preview are included. To
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6th - 10th
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Rotations and Revolutions Webquest
This is a webquest that explores the topics of seasons (revolutions), day and night (rotations), tilt of the Earth on its axis, solstice, equinox, and more! Students visit several online resources to find information on these topics while drawing models, comparing and contrasting, and more. The final part of the webquest has students compile on the information they learned in one model and written essay. Includes rubric to assess the model and written portion of the webquest. Use all parts of th
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6th - 8th
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Asteroid Belt, Meteors, Meteorites Lesson
This product includes 7 lessons (about 50 minutes each) about the Main Asteroid Belt, Craters, Impact Events, Near Earth Objects, Research Opportunities, Impactor Lab, and Review Games. Amazing and interactive slideshows walk students through an interactive and engaging learning experience. A 13 page work bundle chronologically follows the entire lesson bundle so students can record important fill-in notes, collect data, graph, research, and record answers to assessments. Everything you need to
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6th - 9th
Earth Science Curriculum Planning and Pacing Guide
A FREE and EDITABLE resource to help you design a one-year Earth Science course! This resource includes multiple pacing options to focus or broaden the scope of your course so to meet the needs of your students. Aligned with all Earth Science (ESS) 3-5 and/or 6-8 Next Generation Science Standards.About this Product:• Includes individual unit planning guides with multiple pacing options• Includes a course overview with THREE pacing options• Breaks down an entire year into units, themes and lesson
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3rd - 9th
Marshmallow Day & Night Earth Models
This tasty lab allows students to create a model of the Earth that shows day and night during different seasons and noting Winter & Summer Solstice as well as diagram it on different hemispheres. Uses common kitchen materials such as marshmallows, toothpicks, cocoa powder & food coloring
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5th - 8th
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Space Science Word Search Printable Freebie- Solar System Planets Asteroid Comet
Give your students a fun word search to naturally explore and discovery vocabulary words from this unit. Also, students can color images related to the vocabulary. This class favorite activity is great for early finishers, as a review, easy to use and prep! Print and add it as an sub resource!Buy the bundle and have all prep work done for you! This product is included in my comprehensive Solar System Unit Bundle!WHAT DOES THE BUNDLE INCLUDE?Warm-upsLesson- Solar SystemLesson- The SunLesson- The
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Solar System, Planets & Sun Space FULL Curriculum Unit Bundle
Scale Model of the Solar System: Inner and Outer Planets in Order
Are you studying the Solar System? Do you wonder how planets compare in terms of size and distance? This is the SMALLEST scale model that you can make and still be able to see the planet Mercury without a magnifying glass—and NO, it won't fit on a football field! You can place the inner planets anywhere, but to include the outer planets you might need to expand into the neighborhood.Questions Addressed❑ Which two planets are nearest to each other?❑ How much farther from Earth is Mars than the
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Astronomy Collection: Our Place in Space—Lab Activities + Videos
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