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9th grade astronomy scripts
Katherine Johnson: Scientist:The Computer that Wore Skirts(Play)
Learn about Katherine Johnson, a physicist, space scientist and mathematician, who played a very important role with NASA’s early space missions. The movie Hidden Figures highlights the role of NASA's "computers" such as Katherine Johnson and their contributions. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series of Reader's Theater Scripts, there are comprehension questions, a Did You Know? section,a Teacher page with extensions/links and key. A great STEM biography!Additional Resources on this Topic
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Trailblazers in Science(SIX STEM Biographical Plays)BUNDLE of RESOURCES
Should We Bring Planet Pluto Back?
This reader's theater is for a small group of 4. In it, Olivia believes that Pluto should be reclassified a planet again. Sam thinks it should be kept as a dwarf planet. The evidence is discussed and students are left with the decision. When this reader’s theater is over, students write a response stating their opinion and using evidence. I wrote this one because my students enjoyed debating it became a good way to get interest built up for an argumentative paper. I use all of my Reader's Theate
Moon Landing: Man Walks on the Moon! A Reader’s Theater Script
After 76 days, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins, the astronauts for the historic Apollo 11 mission to the moon, made history on July 20, 1969. After the Columbia reached the moon’s orbit, Armstrong and Aldrin went into a smaller module, the Eagle. They began a descent onto the surface of the moon and successfully landed on the moon where both men would become the first humans to actually walk on the moon. The date was July 21, 1969!Just think, from the first powered flight in 190
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4th - 9th
Scientific Revolution Bundle
Get your students excited about the Scientific Revolution with this comprehensive bundle featuring ten of the most influential figures of the era, including Galileo, Copernicus, Rene Descartes, Isaac Newton, Blaise Pascal, Johannes Kepler, Tycho Brahe, Robert Boyle, William Harvey, and Francis Bacon. This bundle includes engaging lessons, activities, and assessments that will help your students understand the contributions of each scientist and their impact on modern science. Perfect for middle
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6th - 9th
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Nicolaus Copernicus Skit
"Discover the Heliocentric Model with Nicolaus Copernicus in this engaging skit. Follow the journey of his discovery of the solar system and learn how challenging conventional wisdom can lead to great scientific breakthroughs. Join the discussion on the importance of questioning what we think we know and be inspired to explore the universe in new ways. Get ready for an educational and entertaining performance that brings history to life!"
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Nicolaus Copernicus Worksheet and Skit Bundle
Nicolaus Copernicus Worksheet and Skit Bundle
This Nicolaus Copernicus bundle includes a comprehensive worksheet that covers key topics related to Copernicus' life and work, including his discoveries, and contributions to science. The worksheet is designed to be accessible to students of all levels and includes a range of engaging activities, such as matching, True or False, and multiple choice question.In addition to the worksheet, this bundle also includes a skit that brings Copernicus' story to life. The skit is perfect for classroom per
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6th - 9th
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #31-48 Astronomy 16 worksheets Bundle31 What light can teach us about the universe 32 How to detect a supernova 33 Could comets be the source of life on Earth?35 Can a black hole be destroyed? 36 There may be extraterrestrial life in our solar system 37 The dust bunnies that built our planet 38 Einstein's twin paradox explained 39 Are we living in a simulation? 41 NASA’s first software engineer: Margaret Hamilton42 Newton’s three-body problem explained43 Could we har
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #1-15 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle
[TED ED] [Out of this World] #1~15 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle1 Could we actually live on Mars? 2 Where does gold come from? 3 The journey to Pluto, the farthest world ever explored 4 Light seconds, light years, light centuries: How to measure extreme distances 5 How fast are you moving right now?6 The death of the universe7 Who won the space race? 8 The beginning of the universe, for beginners 9 How small are we in the scale of the universe? 10 The moon illusion 11 What creates a total solar
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #16-30 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle
[TED ED] [Out of this World] #16~30 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle16 Is there a center of the universe? 17 Why is NASA sending a spacecraft to a metal world? 18 Should we be looking for life elsewhere in the universe?19 Three ways the universe could end 20 What is the universe made of? 21 Sunlight is way older than you think 22 Four ways to understand the Earth's age 23 How far would you have to go to escape gravity?24 Could we survive prolonged space travel? 25 Would you live on the moon?26 How
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Brief History of Space Class Play
A Brief History of Space Class Play
Written by Sue Russell
Cast of 25 (easily adapted up or down)
Duration 15 - 20 minutes (up to 30 minutes with inclusion of music)
This play includes 8 Astronauts, 8 Astronomers, 8 Scientists ... and a rather 'challenged' Narrator! It covers a brief history of Space, the final section attempting to throw a little more light on this fascinating but sometime rather bewildering subject!
This is the first of a series of scripts on Space, written as a set of 4, the
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4th - 9th
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #36 There may be extraterrestrial life in our solar
31 What light can teach us about the universe 32 How to detect a supernova 33 Could comets be the source of life on Earth?35 Can a black hole be destroyed? 36 There may be extraterrestrial life in our solar system 37 The dust bunnies that built our planet 38 Einstein's twin paradox explained 39 Are we living in a simulation? 41 NASA’s first software engineer: Margaret Hamilton42 Newton’s three-body problem explained43 Could we harness the power of a black hole? 44 What if every satellite suddenl
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #31-48 Astronomy 16 worksheets Bundle (3)
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #9 How small are we in the scale of the universe?
1 Could we actually live on Mars? 2 Where does gold come from? 3 The journey to Pluto, the farthest world ever explored 4 Light seconds, light years, light centuries: How to measure extreme distances 5 How fast are you moving right now?6 The death of the universe7 Who won the space race? 8 The beginning of the universe, for beginners 9 How small are we in the scale of the universe? 10 The moon illusion 11 What creates a total solar eclipse? 12 What is the universe expanding into?13 Could the Ear
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #1-15 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle
Galileo Galilei Skit
Discover the wonders of the universe with Galileo in "Galileo's Discoveries: A Journey Through the Universe" skit. Middle school students witness firsthand how Galileo made groundbreaking observations and discoveries using his homemade telescope, from the craters on the moon to the four moons orbiting Jupiter. This skit brings science to life and inspires young minds to ask questions and observe the world around them.
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Galileo Galilei Worksheet and Skit Bundle
Galileo Galilei Worksheet and Skit Bundle
This Galileo bundle includes a comprehensive worksheet that covers key topics related to Galileo's life and work, including his inventions, discoveries, and contributions to science. The worksheet is designed to be accessible to students of all levels and includes a range of engaging activities, such as matching, True or False, and multiple choice question.In addition to the worksheet, this bundle also includes a skit that brings Galileo's story to life. The skit is perfect for classroom perform
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6th - 9th
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Should We Bring Planet Pluto Back? - Spanish Reader's Theater for Small Groups
This Reader's Theater was written for a small group of 4 students. In Spanish the title would be '¿Deberíamos Devolver a Plutón la Categoría de Planeta?' It is to help students understand how planets are classified. It is great way to tie in Science with Language Arts and Spanish! In the script, a girl named Olivia believes that Pluto should be reclassified a planet again. Sam thinks it should be kept as a dwarf planet. The evidence is discussed and students are left with the decision. When this
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
“Constellations Then Arise”: Astronomy in the Age of Copernicus
THIS SHORT science play shows how Polish astronomer Nicholaus Copernicus (1473-1543) set forth a new way of looking at the universe that would change science forever. His ideas were not welcomed by the scientific establishment of his day, however; this play dramatizes his struggle to publish his ground-breaking work against heated opposition. Playscript contains full set, stage, costume directions along with useful staging tips.
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4th - 10th
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #31 What light can teach us about the universe
31 What light can teach us about the universe 32 How to detect a supernova 33 Could comets be the source of life on Earth?35 Can a black hole be destroyed? 36 There may be extraterrestrial life in our solar system 37 The dust bunnies that built our planet 38 Einstein's twin paradox explained 39 Are we living in a simulation? 41 NASA’s first software engineer: Margaret Hamilton42 Newton’s three-body problem explained43 Could we harness the power of a black hole? 44 What if every satellite suddenl
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #24 Could we survive prolonged space travel? works
16 Is there a center of the universe? 17 Why is NASA sending a spacecraft to a metal world? 18 Should we be looking for life elsewhere in the universe?19 Three ways the universe could end 20 What is the universe made of? 21 Sunlight is way older than you think 22 Four ways to understand the Earth's age 23 How far would you have to go to escape gravity?24 Could we survive prolonged space travel? 25 Would you live on the moon?26 How to build a dark matter detector 27 Why neutrinos matter 28 How do
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #16-30 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #2 Where does gold come from? worksheets
1 Could we actually live on Mars? 2 Where does gold come from? 3 The journey to Pluto, the farthest world ever explored 4 Light seconds, light years, light centuries: How to measure extreme distances 5 How fast are you moving right now?6 The death of the universe7 Who won the space race? 8 The beginning of the universe, for beginners 9 How small are we in the scale of the universe? 10 The moon illusion 11 What creates a total solar eclipse? 12 What is the universe expanding into?13 Could the Ear
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #1-15 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #47 actually building an elevator to space
31 What light can teach us about the universe 32 How to detect a supernova 33 Could comets be the source of life on Earth?35 Can a black hole be destroyed? 36 There may be extraterrestrial life in our solar system 37 The dust bunnies that built our planet 38 Einstein's twin paradox explained 39 Are we living in a simulation? 41 NASA’s first software engineer: Margaret Hamilton42 Newton’s three-body problem explained43 Could we harness the power of a black hole? 44 What if every satellite suddenl
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #31-48 Astronomy 16 worksheets Bundle (3)
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #42 Newton’s three-body problem explained worksheet
31 What light can teach us about the universe 32 How to detect a supernova 33 Could comets be the source of life on Earth?35 Can a black hole be destroyed? 36 There may be extraterrestrial life in our solar system 37 The dust bunnies that built our planet 38 Einstein's twin paradox explained 39 Are we living in a simulation? 41 NASA’s first software engineer: Margaret Hamilton42 Newton’s three-body problem explained43 Could we harness the power of a black hole? 44 What if every satellite suddenl
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #31-48 Astronomy 16 worksheets Bundle (3)
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #14 Could human civilization spread
1 Could we actually live on Mars? 2 Where does gold come from? 3 The journey to Pluto, the farthest world ever explored 4 Light seconds, light years, light centuries: How to measure extreme distances 5 How fast are you moving right now?6 The death of the universe7 Who won the space race? 8 The beginning of the universe, for beginners 9 How small are we in the scale of the universe? 10 The moon illusion 11 What creates a total solar eclipse? 12 What is the universe expanding into?13 Could the Ear
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #1-15 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #11 What creates a total solar eclipse?
1 Could we actually live on Mars? 2 Where does gold come from? 3 The journey to Pluto, the farthest world ever explored 4 Light seconds, light years, light centuries: How to measure extreme distances 5 How fast are you moving right now?6 The death of the universe7 Who won the space race? 8 The beginning of the universe, for beginners 9 How small are we in the scale of the universe? 10 The moon illusion 11 What creates a total solar eclipse? 12 What is the universe expanding into?13 Could the Ear
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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[TED ED] [Out of this World] #5 How fast are you moving right now? worksheets
1 Could we actually live on Mars? 2 Where does gold come from? 3 The journey to Pluto, the farthest world ever explored 4 Light seconds, light years, light centuries: How to measure extreme distances 5 How fast are you moving right now?6 The death of the universe7 Who won the space race? 8 The beginning of the universe, for beginners 9 How small are we in the scale of the universe? 10 The moon illusion 11 What creates a total solar eclipse? 12 What is the universe expanding into?13 Could the Ear
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: [TED ED] [Out of this World] #1-15 Astronomy 15 worksheets Bundle
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