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Astronomy simulations for Google Apps
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
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, MS-ESS1-2
Also included in: Gravity and Orbits in the Solar System Bundle For Middle School
International Space Station Virtual Field Trip - Space activities
Let's take a Virtual Field Trip to the International Space Station and learn all about what it's like to live in SPACE!!! This No Wheels Field Trip is just what you need to have some fun when studying about Space!Do it up! When else can you load up to go into outer space? Decorate! Have a fun space activities filled day! The International Space Station 360 view is the COOLEST way to visit the International Space Station when you can't really suit up and go in a rocket!!! Students will believe yo
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Digital Resource: Solar Eclipse 2024 Choice Board and Resources
Includes links to articles, videos, images, and simulations for students to explore as they learn about the solar eclipse. Topics covered in the choice board include:- What is a solar eclipse?- Protecting your eyes- The path of totality- How animals react- Solar vs. Lunar Eclipse- Digital vocabulary crossword puzzle- Ancient cultures and the solar eclipse- How to safely use your phone to take a picture
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Grades:
6th - 10th
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Mars Curiosity Rover: Choice Board
This choice board offers a variety of opportunities to learn about Mars and the Curiosity Rover. A fantastic book to read prior to introducing this activity is Curiosity: The Story of a Mars Rover by Markus Motum. Additionally, there is exciting information about the NEW rover, PERSEVERANCE, that landed on Mars on February 18, 2021. The following links are available on the choice board. Each link will take your students to a different online interactive activity, experience or learning opportu
Grades:
1st - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-1
Star & Element Formation Choose-Your-Own-Adventure (Editable)
This activity is great for a 50 minute period within an astronomy unit. As students learn about star and element formation it can be difficult to provide a tangible simulation of what is occurring. This choose-Your-Own-Adventure activity places students in the "shoes" of a hydrogen atom floating in a Stellar Nebula and through a series of choices, leads them through the star formation process resulting in becoming part of a heavy element, white dwarf, black hole, stellar nebula, etc. Students ca
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-1
, HS-ESS1-2
Our Solar System Virtual Lab
Students will explore our Solar System using an online simulation. Students will collect data based on distance from the sun, rotational period, orbital period, and average temperature of each planet. Students will then answer analysis questions based on the data they collected.
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 12th
What is an eclipse? Interactive Lesson (works as sub plans, too)
This interactive lesson teaches students about eclipses. Students engage with two interactive websites using this resource. Students will even run a simulation to see what the Solar Eclipse of 2017 looked like from their location. The write-up has students working individually as they engage with two interactive websites. This activity also pairs nicely with an interactive Pear Deck slide show as a follow-up that I also have available in my Teachers Pay Teachers store both separately and as
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Eclipse interactive lesson and practice problems
Expanding Universe Balloon Lab
Students will delve into the mysteries of the universe as they explore Hubble's Law and the expanding cosmos using an innovative balloon model. This hands-on experience allows them to witness the principles of cosmic expansion first hand while simulating the distances between galaxies. Materials Needed:BalloonsTape Measures/String & RulersSharpies
Subjects:
Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-2
Also included in: The Big Bang Theory Unit Bundle
Gravity and Orbits PhET Exploration
Students will work collaboratively to explore how gravity affects orbits using a PhET simulation.Students will develop a Claim - gather Evidence - and provide Reasoning.MS-ESS1-2. Develop and use a model to describe the role of gravity in the motions within galaxies and the solar system.
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, MS-ESS1-2
Impact Crater Astronomy Activity
In this lesson students are given (guided version) or choose (inquiry version) different objects to throw or drop into bins of sand, to measure and determine what impacts that size and destruction of a meteor impact. Both the guided and inquiry version of this lab are included. I created this lesson as a fun way to get students out of their seats. The students really enjoyed throwing the objects at the 'planet' surface to determine how different shapes, size, materials, and masses affect the siz
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 10th
NGSS:
HS-ESS3-6
Distance Learning- NASA Moon Simulation Explore Sheet
With the self-guided explore sheet students are able to investigate the Moon! Using NASA's Moon interactive simulation and the Explore sheet kids are guided to investigate everything from Moon phases to major landforms!
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Constellation Activity- Apparent Motions of the Stars
See preview for product discription.
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Grades:
9th - 10th
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Earth Cycles: Day and Night
This is a google slide interactive activity based on Georgia Standards, although NGSS was also used.
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
Tides & Phases Of The Moon Simulations & Drag and Drop
Students will explore the earth, sun, and moon interactions with this interactive google slides worksheet.
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Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education
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H-R Diagram Simulation Activity
Using a great online resource, students will be able to visualize how stars are different on different locations on the H-R Diagram. They will also have practice plotting stars based on their properties.
Subjects:
Grades:
9th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-3
Also included in: Astronomy Bundle
Season Simulator
This is a student guide for an online season simulator. Students will be guided through the different parts of the simulation and learn about Earth's Seasons resulting from the changing light intensity due to the changing sun light's angle.
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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Intro to Orbits Lesson (with NGSS lesson plan)
Fun introductory lesson to the concept of orbits/Kepler's laws. Students use a fun website that almost feels like a sandbox game (a scientifically accurate one). This site allows students to discover 2 of Kepler's laws just by having fun creating solar systems.
Subjects:
Grades:
9th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Also included in: Astronomy Bundle
Moon Phases Simulation Activity
Using a great interactive resource, students can visualize how the location of the moon in its orbit changes what we see from Earth.
Subjects:
Grades:
9th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Also included in: Astronomy Bundle
Seasons Diagram Interpretation & Simulations Exploration Worksheet
Section 1:Diagram interpretation in which students answer questions. Section 2:Students navigate a season simulator and record information and observations.Section 3:GIF interpretationSection 4:Students navigate a season simulator and record information and observations.
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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Google Form Quiz and Google Sheet for Planet Section on solarsystemscope.com
This is a 19 Question Google Forms Quiz for the Planets/Solar System section on the virtual simulation website solarsystemscope.com. The simulation is designed by the INOVE software company using NASA imagery data (the simulation is also a free app on most smartphone application platforms). Students navigate the simulation to discover in-depth planetary information such as planet structure, atmosphere, surface temperature, mean distance from the sun, etc... to complete the Google Forms Quiz. Th
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Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
H-R Simulation & Diagram Interpretation Exploration Worksheet
Section 1:H-R Diagram Simulation with worksheetSection 2:Interpretation of an H-R Diagram with a question/answer sectionAnswer Key Included Below Student Copy
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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Distance Learning- Google Earth Planet Exploration Explore Sheet
Take your students on a virtual journey with Google Earth and the planets! This Self Guided Explore sheet will bring your students through a comparison of features of other planets through Earth! Filled with inquiry-based questions and instructions!
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
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Design a Rocket Launch Challenge
Students will use a simulation to choose the mass, thrust, and thrust time to try to have a successful rocket launch! Students are asked to try settings then make changes based on what happened.Best used after lesson about how rockets work, how mass and thrust impacts a rocket launch.
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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Views of the Solar System (inner planets)
Walks students through NASA's Solar System Exploration. Students will explore the features and characteristics of the inner planets.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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