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Free high school astronomy handouts
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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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Wave Notes FREEBIE with PowerPoint
This freebie can be used in your classroom to teach the basic parts of a wave. A teacher answer key and corresponding PowerPoint are included along with teaching tips.
This could also be used as a review or to assess students' learning.
Terms included on the freebie are:
wave
medium
crest
trough
wavelength
frequency
amplitude
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6th - 10th
Solar System Diagram
The Solar System Diagram provides a way for students to learn the classification, order and significant features of the eight main planets plus three dwarf planets: Ceres, Pluto and Eris. It also locates the Asteroid Belt and Kuiper Belt in which the dwarf planets reside.
Other Astronomy activities:
Astronomy Unit Notes and Powerpoint
Astronomer Flipbook PowerPoint & Quiz
Cool NASA Images Powerpoint
Moon Phase Diagrams
Solar System Chart and Powerpoint
Stellar Evolution Flowchart
Stel
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4th - 12th
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Spectroscopy Doodle Note | Astronomy Doodle Note
This doodle note will help your students understand the basics of how Spectroscopy is used in Astronomy. Students will review the EM Spectrum, spectral lines of elements, redshift and blue shift.This note is particularly helpful for students after they have learned about the elements. If possible, pair this with a spectroscope activity in which students observe the spectral lines of different elements in gas tubes. This is a great bridge between a Chemistry unit and Astronomy unit, and can be us
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7th - 10th
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Worksheet - Spring Tides vs. Neap Tides
This worksheet allows students to draw the high tide and low tide heights for spring tides and neap tides side-by-side to allow for an excellent visual comparison. They will also label the locations of the Moon on an orbital path of the Moon for each tide type. A teacher key is included.
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EDITABLE BUNDLE - Astronomy Worksheets
Apparent Path of the Sun
Astronomical Organizati
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8th - 12th
Tour of the Solar System Travel Brochure and Rubric
Touring the Solar System Is Fun! It’s the future and earthlings can now travel safely at the speed of light to anywhere in our solar system! This activity worksheet directs students to research facts about objects in our solar system and create a travel agency brochure to advertise traveling to these places. Advertised Places Include:➢ Terrestrial Planet of Choice➢ Jovial Planet of Choice➢ Asteroid Belt➢ Comets➢ Dwarf Planet Pluto➢ Moons➢ Additional Object of Student ChoiceStudents will learn al
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6th - 10th
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Life on Planet Earth Doodle Notes - Astronomy SPACE Lesson
Astronomy is taught, not to show students the potential of space exploration, but to show the students how incredibly rare planet Earth is. This creative doodle note graphic organizer guides students through the major features Earth has that allows it to sustain life. The PDF file contains 2 versions of this doodle note (with more or less writing). Suggested solutions are included. Annotate this creative doodle note to suit your curriculum needs. This FREE doodle note is a great activity al
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9th - 12th
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Countdown to the Eclipse Documentary Follow Along Movie Worksheet
Get ready for the Total Solar Eclipse with a free eclipse documentary! Available on Amazon, Countdown to the Eclipse, prepares students for the upcoming eclipse using NASA animations and immersing the viewer into the journey of a group of eclipse chasers as they chase after the 2016 total solar eclipse. Appropriate for all ages.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0747D3HHW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501015528&sr=8-1&keywords=countdown+to+the+eclipse
Runtime is 44 minutes. Closed captioned.
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4th - 12th
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Saturn- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!
This engaging worksheet will allow students of all ages to learn about the planet Saturn! Worksheet includes a reading passage, related questions, and a word search. Letters not used will spell out a hidden message. This activity can be used in-class, for homework, or as a review. Discover the unique attributes of Saturn, its moons, rings, storms, and history!
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education
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Perseverance Rover "Percy" Mars Mission Space Exploration Astronomy Doodle Note
The Perseverance Rover will conclude its 7-month trip from Earth to Mars and touch down in the Jezero Crater on February, 18, 2021. Teach your students about Percy's Mission, its helicopter companion Ingenuity. This is an incredible example of space exploration technology.This free doodle note can be completed during or after watching this video by former JPL engineer Mark Rober (this video is safe for students). Answer key is included.This is one of several Doodle Notes to support an entire un
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7th - 12th
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Worksheet: Tide Data Analysis
Printable Worksheet in which students analyze and interpret tide data from NY Harbor to make conclusions about tides. Worksheet includes graph of tide data and related questions. The are 2 graphs representing different time periods illustrating daily versus weekly tides.NYC Earth Science
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7th - 12th
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"Interstellar" Movie Worksheet
A reading on the background and science behind the movie, and short-answer questions to support engagement and checking understanding during the film.
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9th - 12th
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The Martian - Guided Viewing
This worksheet is comprised of 60 questions and 2 Discussion points during the movie. This worksheet can be used for advanced science 6-8th graders, grades 9-12 in Chemistry, Astronomy, and Physics, Physical Sciences. Engaging questions interspersed to get students to think reflectively and critically. Feel free to edit and customize for your classes needs. Answer Key not provided. Teachers, please watch and answer before screening to students. :-) If you absolutely need it, I will email it to y
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6th - 12th
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Peeling Back the Layers of the Atmosphere PowerPoint
This brief presentation covers "air," the composition of Earth's atmosphere, and a concise explanation of each major layers. The five layers covered are include the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere. I have also included directions for a fun space travel poster activity I used in class to solidify the ideas. The students had a lot of fun doing it! This presentation is a great introduction of wrap up for several different classes. I used it in physical science and
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Astronomy Science Doodle Note - Free Title Pages
Help your students organize their Astronomy Doodle Notes with these free title pages. There are 10 different options in a PDF file.Enjoy!Follow the links to see each of the Astronomy Doodle Notes:★ Astronomy Doodle Notes Bundle★ The Big Bang Theory★ Galaxies★ Our Solar System★ Stars: Birth, Death and Star Properties★ Hertzsprung-Russell (H-R) Diagrams★ Terrestrial Planets and Gas Giants★ Satellites★ Asteroid, Meteoroids and Comets★ Earth’s Seasons★ Moon Phases (Lunar Phases)★ Constellations★ So
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7th - 12th
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Tides Guided Notes
Guided/fill in the blank notes on Spring and Neap Tides
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7th - 12th
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2024 Solar Eclipse Maze
✋️Stop the scroll, The 2024 Solar Eclipse may be over, but the memories we made will live forever. Bring those experiences into your classrooms and curriculum. If you need a last-minute quick activity for your students to make connections to the 2024 solar eclipse look no further and download this FREE resource now! Why not immerse your students in this trendy topic? Use this as a stand-alone, filler activity, a mindfulness break, etc. If you are interested in more 2024 solar eclipse resources c
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5th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-1
Solar and Lunar Eclipse Guided Notes
Solar and Lunar Eclipse guided/fill in the blank notes
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7th - 12th
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Life Cycle of a Star
Use this handout to take notes on the life cycle of a star. Designed to be printed on 11x17 paper.
This handout is designed to go with a Prezi created to teach/review the life cycles of stars: http://prezi.com/pzeg2zskyo8z/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy
Based on Michigan Earth Science Standards.
Standard E5: The Earth in Space and Time-
E5.2 The Sun
Stars, including the Sun, transform matter into energy in nuclear reactions. When hydrogen nuclei fuse to form helium,
a small amount of
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8th - 12th
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NGSS Earth & Space Science: Astronomy Lesson Plan #48 Comets, Asteroids, Craters
***** GIFT WITH PURCHASE *****Presently, this offer is valid toward current and previous purchases. The offer is subject to change at any time without notice. Purchase a license at www.teacherspayteachers.com to use NGSS-designed Earth and Space Science curriculum in your classroom or your school and you will receive updates and new resources (additional lesson plans, lab activities, PowerPoint presentations, expanded Test Bank) over the next three years FOR FREE.Purchase a license to use one u
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7th - 12th
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Stars and the Universe Word Search
This is a great introduction to your space / astronomy unit. Students seek the vocabulary for different kinds of telescopes, famous astronomers, stages in a stars life, nuclear fusion elements and various types of galaxies.
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6th - 9th
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Solar Eclipse Diagram
This diagram helps students to understand the position of the sun, moon, and Earth during a solar eclipse. It also includes a few fill in the blank questions to make sure the students have a full comprehension of the important aspects of an eclipse.
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4th - 9th
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Massive Stars Science Article #1 | Science Reading / Literacy (Google Version)
This science article provides the perfect grab and go, print and provide resource that can supplement lessons. It is an article with questions to check comprehension and inspire scientific thinking. I am very proud of this series of science articles and they are rich with information and wonder at the majesty of science. Each science article includes a fun fact(s) to add to the knowledge gained from this article. Formatted in an easy to read and digest manner, each paragraph is numbered to help
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7th - 12th
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Lunar Surface Map (Blackline)
This is a map of the Moon's surface. The second page is a blackline that was created for easy photocopying and to simplify the identification process for my 5th grade students. They have used this to find the major surface features of the Moon during field trips or as part of a home project. Most of the features on the map are visible to the naked eye, but some of the smaller features will require the use binoculars.
I plan to upload companion material in a pay file soon.
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4th - 11th, Higher Education
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