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3rd grade astronomy simulation pdfs
Phases of The Moon Wheel (multiple versions)
Put a hands on twist to learning the Phases of the Moon. With this wheel students can easily visualize how the moon changes it's state in each phase.
Easily put together by connecting the two wheels with a brass fastener. Great reinforcing activity that gives clarity. Also great if your grade takes the standardized science test! There are always questions about identifying the phases of the moon!
No prep needed! Just print it and you're done!
Multiple versions of wheel included. Complete
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2nd - 6th
STEM Spacewalking Challenge Project Pack: Grades 2-5
STEM Spacewalking Challenge Project Packby Tiny Space AdventuresGet ready for some teamwork, higher level thinking, problem solving, engineering design and FUN, HANDS-ON LEARNING at its best!This lesson uses the STEM 5-E Instructional Method: Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate and Evaluate. Rubric includedStudents will:Create a replica of the spacesuit arm & gloveConduct astronaut hand physical training exercises and strength test.Fill out Astronaut Reports and graph results of strength te
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2nd - 5th
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What is an Astronomer? Science Careers
This product is one of a series on science careers. This download specifically investigates the career of astronomer. Included in this download:*What is An Astronomer This informational reading gives students a general idea of what an astronomer does. Comprehension questions check for understanding. *Astronomer Fast Facts: This sheet gives students some important information about a career in astronomy: salary, education, locations, and soft skills they would need.*Famous Astronomer: Th
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Science Careers: The Bundle
Haiku & Acrostic Poetry / Space Theme / Solar System Transformation / Planets
This is a great way to add poetry into your unit on the Solar System. Allow students to show their knowledge of the planets in a unique way!Great for thematic unitsGreat for classroom transformationsGreat for themed activitiesIncludes realistic graphics of the planets, examples of the poetry, and information about each type of poetry.
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3rd - 8th
Merge Cube: Galactic Explorer Activity
Teachers with access to the Augmented Reality (AR) Merge Cube will enjoy using this activity with their students. This activity is designed to help students explore the solar system using AR and then show what they learned on the worksheet pages.
Worksheet 1: Students will draw and model the solar system as they use the app
Worksheet 2: Students will answer questions about 3 planets with the assistance of the app.
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3rd - 8th
Earth, Sun, Moon Model
Students will cut out the Earth, sun, and moon and attach with brass fasteners. Printing on card stock will result in a sturdier model. Use to model and understand rotation and revolution. Students can elaborate by explaining ideas like day/night, seasons, eclipses, and tides with the motions demonstrated in the model.
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2nd - 5th
STEM Go for EVA- Create a Spacewalking Mission in your Class: Grades 3-5
STEM Go for EVA- Create a Spacewalking Mission in your Classby Tiny Space AdventuresRe-create an EVA in your classroom! Real-world NASA scenario. In this lesson, students will complete a simulated spacewalk. This activity explores some of the difficulties and concerns of performing an EVA in space:* The challenge of moving around within a limited space by introducing tethers, so that they do not float away.* The difficulty of working within the confines of a space suit; more specifically, the
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3rd - 5th
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Eclipse Investigation and Experiment
Students investigate what happens to the positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun during an eclipse. Students are able to recreate an Eclipse through the Experiment provided! This activity provides both basic and higher order skills to support a variety of levels. Students can investigate independently, with partners, small groups, or with the whole class.
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PreK - 5th
Soda Pop Solar System
Model and illustrate multiple concepts about the Solar System!Students will enjoy being able to build the solar system and then be able to use the objects as props to better visualize astronomy concepts. Each label can be wrapped around an ordinary 12 oz. can to create a handheld solar system. This model can then be used to illustrate eclipses, distances between objects, or sorted by size, mass, and/or distance. Making the cans and doing one activity with them is about one hour. These models ca
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Grades:
3rd - 10th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Planet Experiments
Use these basic experiments to help students compare and contrast the composition of the inner and outer planets. This product includes instructions for teachers, a materials list, and response sheets for students.
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3rd - 5th
Moon Observation Chart NGSS
Perfect for nightly moon observation homework or an in class activity using Uncle Milton's light up moon (my students' personal favorite!) or YouTube video clips!
Includes one file tied to 1st grade NGSS, and one non-grade specific file to use in any grade!
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PreK - 12th
Make a Spacesuit Arm/Glove
Make a Spacesuit Arm/Gloveby Tiny Space AdventuresCreate a usable spacesuit arm and glove using various materials.Step-by-step procedures with pictures are includedBy using the spacesuit arm, students can explore the difficulties that astronauts have while working in space.This is a PDF non-editable resource.** This activity is included in the STEM Spacewalking Challenge Project Pack. Do not purchase this download if you have purchased the Project Pack.
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Grades:
K - 5th
Phases of the Moon Observation Sheet and Paragraph Frame
Even adults have a hard time understanding how the Moon's appearance changes! This document includes the description for a simple demonstration that uses household objects to illustrate why the Moon has different phases and how the cycle repeats. This cross-curricular activity includes an observation sheet for gathering data about the demonstration. Following the observations is a paragraph frame for writing about the phases of the Moon.
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1st - 3rd
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NGSS:
1-ESS1-1
Moon Phase Experiment Inquiry Based
We demonstrated the moon phases with a quick experiment and a wonderful worksheet that reinforces the size, and location of the moon, sun and earth.
This download includes the a quick lesson plan on the moon phase experiment, a sample of how we completed my worksheet and the 2 sided worksheet. All you'll need is a bright light (like a workshop light) and 6 foam craft balls.
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3rd - 6th
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Solar System Explorer3D
Teaching the Solar System through 3D simulation
1) Students will gain a basic understanding of the Solar System through 3D simulation and visualization
2) Students will gain a deeper understanding of the many components of the Solar System and how they function together.
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2nd - 8th
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Into the Sun3d
Teaching the Sun, science, and astronomy through 3D simulation.
1) Students will gain a basic understanding of the Sun through 3D simulation and visualization.
2) Students will gain a deeper understanding of how the Sun operates and its important features
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Grades:
1st - 10th
Florida Science Fusion Unit 2 Lessons 1-3 Online Lab Worksheets
This Lab worksheet goes along with Science Fusion Unit 2 lessons 1, 2 and 3. You can either project the lab or have the students do the lab themselves online.
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3rd
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