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7th grade astronomy simulation pdfs
Day and Night Earth's Rotation Activity
Rotation, Day and Night and Time Zones become clear with this spinning paper model perfect for Interactive Notebooks (INBs). This lesson plan and hands-on simulation involves students spinning a mini-model of the Earth as it experiences daylight and darkness. It gives kids a visual representation of why we have time zones!
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Lesson Plan
Spinner Printable
Student worksheet
Teacher Answer Key
Check out the preview document to see the paper Earth spinner included in this product.
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Grades:
4th - 7th
Gravity and Orbits PhET Lab
This virtual PhET Gravity and Orbits simulation lab provides students opportunity to experiment with the variables that affect the force of gravity between two objects and the concept of orbital motion. This inquiry activity can be used in a physical science class while students are exploring motion and gravity. This could also be incorporated during an astronomy unit or even as an inquiry into the concept of gravity alone. There are two differentiated versions of this activity:The green circle
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Grades:
7th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
Gravity and Orbits PhET Simulation
Students use a PhET computer simulation of the Earth and Sun orbit to see how different variables affect the orbit and the force of gravity between the two objects. In this computer model, students change variables (mass and distance) of the Earth and Sun to see how they affect the force of gravity and the orbit of the Earth. In the first part of the activity, students observe the Earth’s orbit around the sun under ”normal” conditions. In part 2, students look at the relationship between mass a
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, MS-ESS1-2
Also included in: Gravity and Orbits in the Solar System Bundle For Middle School
Big Bang Evidence: Red Shift - Virtual Lab Simulation
NO FLASH NEEDED! Students will explore the early steps of the Big Bang and then prove the Universe is expanding by manipulating the light of a galaxy moving away from or towards Earth. This virtual lab is excellent for remote or in-class laboratory exploration. The virtual lab simulation worksheet contains auto-fill in blanks, so no annotation software is needed. The links for the free sites used are located within the lab.
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Grades:
6th - 11th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-2
Newton's Second Law PhET Lab
This lesson using the Forces in One Dimension PhET virtual lab will allow students to construct their own understanding of Newton’s Second Law of Motion without necessarily being told the name of the Law itself. Students at this point in their physics unit will need to understand the concept of mass, motion with respect to a reference point, that an object in motion always changes its position and may change its direction, that the speed of an object is determined by the distance it travels in a
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Grades:
7th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
Also included in: Motion and Forces Unit | Speed Velocity Acceleration Newtons Laws Forces
Teamwork Icebreaker Spaceship Activity
Elevate teamwork and camaraderie in your classroom with the Teamwork Icebreaker Spaceship Activity – an immersive and engaging group exercise tailored for middle and high school students. In this thrilling simulation, students face the impending impact of a giant meteor on Earth, and their mission is to select a limited number of individuals from a predetermined list to embark on a journey to a new planet. The challenge lies in justifying their choices, sparking discussions and strategic thinkin
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Earth and Space Science Curriculum Bundle
Moon Phases: Phases of the Moon Activity with Viewing Wheel Distance Learning
This Phases of the Moon activity will help your students quickly and easily understand why we see the phases of the Moon as we do!***Completely Redesigned March 2020.***-Great for distance learning - students may complete the activity with little to no teacher assistance.-Activity is now a TpT Digital Activity. This allows you to post student instructions to your Google Classroom - saving you time and photocopying. (Worksheet and spinner still require photocopying/printing.)Step-by-step student
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Grades:
4th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Moon Phases Activity | Genially Interactive | Digital Resource
Getting ready the study the moon and the phases of the moon? This moon phase digital activity uses the power of Genially to engage students in learning about what causes the phases of the moon! Perfect for small group work or independent practice. Students click to read nonfiction text, explore diagrams, pictures and games to build a strong understanding of how the moon's orbit and our perspective impact our view of the moon throughout the month. Digital interactive games are very motivating f
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Grades:
6th - 7th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
KEPLER'S LAWS VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION
FLASH NOT REQUIRED!! KEPLER'S LAWS VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION uses online, non-flash simulations. The lab has easy, step-by-step instructions that include thumbnails to show students where they need to click. The lab worksheet also includes auto-fill text boxes so no annotation software is needed for the students to fill in answers. This lab is excellent for remote or in-class laboratory exploration.
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Grades:
5th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Gravity Simulation Lab (Digital Version Included) Distance Learning
This simulation lab is perfect for supporting a unit on Gravity. Students will use the simulation to examine gravitational forces and its effects on the Sun, Earth and Moon system by completing various tasks. Variables will include gravitational forces, velocity, mass of objects, gravity/no gravity (inertia) and orbital shape. In addition this simulation will reinforce and demonstrate Newton's Laws. Students walk away understanding what can be a very difficult concept and brings it alive! And to
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, HS-PS2-4
Also included in: Gravity Activities Bundle
Classification of Star Spectra Activity
Purpose: The purpose of this investigation is to create a classification system for stars based on their light spectra. Then use this system to classify new stars.Skills: Students will analyze and interpret data by recognizing patterns and sorting model light spectra.This simulates Annie Jump Cannon's work on the Harvard Spectral System and helps students understand why the stars are organized as OBAFGKM.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-2
Eclipses and Tides Virtual Lab Simulation
NO FLASH REQUIRED This is a Virtual Lab Simulation that uses 3 online simulations to explore Tides and Eclipses. It is perfect for remote or in-person classrooms.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-4
, MS-ESS2-6
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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Grades:
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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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Scale of the Universe Webquest
In this webquest students will navigate an excellent website that helps them visualize the scale of the universe. As they navigate the site they can fill out the associated questions in this PDF file.
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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Free Phases of the Moon Activity Worksheet (with Solutions)
Hello! Here is a Phases of the Moon Activity, where students act out the phases of the moon at home. Its intended to go along with the video explaining the phases on YouTube here.There are some extension questions at the end. Its a great activity for students to do at home during online learning.Thanks for checking out my page! Please leave a review if you download and like the resource :)
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6th - 10th
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PHASES OF THE MOON VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION
NON-FLASH SIMULATION! A step-by-step virtual lab simulation that teaches the Phases of the Moon. Excellent for a remote or in-person lesson. The answer spaces all open to pdf fill boxes. The conclusion at the end of the lab wraps up the content learned. Great for Regents Earth Science.
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Grades:
5th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Large Scale Solar System Lab Activity | Outdoors | Minimal Prep | Scale Ratios
Need a minimal prep lab activity to enforce the concept of scale and our solar system? Look no further! This lab activity comes with 4 pages including instructions, scale calculations, model representation, and reflection. This lab was written with the intention of going outside to a large field or grassy area, and you can substitute the flags or cones with other objects to represent planets. I broke this down into groups of 2-3 with each group member having a specific role in the lab. If you wa
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
REASONS FOR SEASONS VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION
NO ADOBE FLASH NEEDED!!!Reason for Seasons Virtual Simulation Lab is excellent for remote learners. The steps for the online lab are extremely easy to follow, including small pictures next to each step that show where to click. Concepts included in the lab are: Earth's tilt, Position in orbit/tilt, Seasons, Angle of the Sun, Position of the Sun in the Sky. Auto-fill boxes are included. (Just click on the box and type) A Conclusion that wraps up the concepts explored in the lab is found at the
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Grades:
5th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-6
, MS-ESS1-1
DURATION OF INSOLATION VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION
NO FLASH REQUIRED! DURATION OF INSOLATION VIRTUAL LAB SIMULATION is a step-by-step online lab. Students will explore how the tilt of the Earth plays a role with seasons and how the hours of daylight change with each season. This is an excellent interactive lab activity for remote or in-classroom learning. A conclusion at the end wraps up the content that was explored throughout the lab. The answer spaces are all click-and-fill, so there is no need for pdf annotation programs.
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Grades:
5th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-1
, HS-ESS3-5
The Lunar Cycle from Space - An Online Sun-Moon-Earth System Simulation
One common misconception that students have is the inability to see the moon during the day. This moon simulation, provided by PBS Learning Media and made possible with WGBH and NASA, provides students with two different views of Earth. This activity provides a scaffolded lesson for students to interact with the simulation. Students begin by predicting if a new moon can be seen at night. Then, starting with lower level tasks and questions to understand the simulation, students are guided to desc
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Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Modeling Tides for Binders and Interactive Notes
Easy to cutout and assemble hands on manipulative for middle and high school students. Allows students to understand how the gravitational forces of the moon and sun create two separate tidal bulges, spring tides, neap tides, and explore how locations in the northern hemisphere rotate through these areas each day.Product Includes:7 pagesTeacher guide page3 easy to cut out and assemble manipulative pagesStudent instructions pageImage instructions reference guide
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Astronomy lab: Daylight Intensity at different latitudes during each season
Students will study the different levels of sunlight intensity at the equator, poles and mid latitudes during June, March, September and December. This will help them understand why the weather is hot, mild or cold during different times of year at different latitudes.
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Grades:
7th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Meteor Crater Analysis Lab
Simulate asteroid impacts and analyze impact craters with a hands on simple setup lab activity. Perfect for Earth and Space, Basic Astronomy, or IPC.Please click this link to follow me on TPT: Problems, Experiments, and SolutionsPlease leave a review of this product to earn TPT credit (5 cents of every dollar spent on a product you purchase and review that is applied to your next TPT purchase).
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Grades:
5th - 12th
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