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Astronomy Common Core RI.5.7 resources
The Solar System and Planets Activities Unit - Outer Space - Solar Eclipse 2024
This 130+ page complete solar system unit for elementary contains everything you need to complete an engaging space interactive notebook. It contains a variety of solar system activities for your upcoming space unit, including solar system reading comprehension passages and questions, solar system worksheets, planet and solar system projects, and more! It includes information on astronauts, planets, phases of the moon, eclipses, tides, and more.⭐⭐⭐Makes a great addition to your Solar Eclipse 202
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3rd - 6th
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Patterns of the Earth, Moon and Stars Stations {NGSS Aligned}
⭐Now with a Google Slide option! Six engaging stations - take your students on a journey to learn about the predictable patterns of the earth, moon, and stars! Each station has an interesting informational text to give students background information and how these patterns have been used since ancient times. After students read the informational text and observe the pictures, illustrations, and/or graphs they apply what they have learned by answering thought-provoking questions, creating graph
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4th - 7th
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5-ESS1-2
Also included in: Earth and Space Science Activity Stations Bundle {NGSS and CCSS Aligned}
5th Grade Science NGSS 5-ESS1-1: Brightness of the Sun and Stars
5th Grade Science NGSS 5-ESS1-1 Brightness of the Sun and Stars is an engaging and interesting lesson which includes videos, engaging PowerPoint presentations, a lab, and science literacy reading. This lesson is in 5E format, and is aligned with NGSS Standard 5-ESS1-1 as well as Common Core Standards for ELA and Mathematics.This unit is for 5th grade NGSS Performance Expectation 5-ESS1-1. Support an argument that differences in the apparent brightness of the sun compared to other stars is due
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Grades:
4th - 7th
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5-ESS1-1
Also included in: NGSS Fifth Grade Science Curriculum Bundle | Phenomena-Based Lessons!
Hello Universe Novel Study
This product is a comprehensive set of instructional materials for teaching Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly. With over 100+ Common Core aligned materials, students will develop their literacy skills while deeply engaging with the novel. Plus, the fiction close reading activities, the literary analysis resources, Astronomy and constellation readings and extension activity, projects, vocabulary, assessments, and essays all provide opportunities for your students to practice and apply their l
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5th - 8th
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Rocket Science No Prep Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Activity
This lesson is a great introduction for space exploration units. This plan goes over the history of rockets, how they work, and how modern rockets help us explore the solar system. The worksheet follows the power point activity to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for upper elementary through intermediate grade levels.
Key Terms Include:
- rocket
- thrust
- velocity
- orbital velocity
- escape velocity
All files can be found within the zip file. The worksheet, activity, and answe
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4th - 9th
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5th Grade Science: GRAVITY – NGSS 5-PS2-1 Aligned Lesson and STEM Project
5th Grade Science: GRAVITY – NGSS 5-PS2-1 Aligned Lesson and STEM ProjectThis lesson addresses NGSS Performance Expectation 5-PS2-1: Support an argument that the gravitational force exerted by Earth on objects is directed down.This 5E lesson engages your students with an exciting video and PowerPoint, four gravity exploration activities, a close reading on gravity, Three gravity elaborations including a simple STEM project, and an Evaluation Essay.The lesson draws students in with an exciting
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Grades:
4th - 6th
NGSS:
5-PS2-1
Also included in: NGSS Fifth Grade Science Curriculum Bundle | Phenomena-Based Lessons!
Solar System Word Problems | Informational Reading Passages
Are your students OBSESSED with the solar system? Give them an extra challenge with this integrated science and math resource! These no prep word problems are perfect for your fast finishers. These problems will push their adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing skills to new levels, while they learn facts about our solar system.In this blended learning resource, students read high-interest passages about each of the planets, the sun, moon, asteroid belt, and even Pluto! Using the informa
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
5-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-3
NGSS 5-ESS1-1 and NGSS 5-ESS1-2 5th Grade Science Bundle
NGSS 5-ESS1-1 and NGSS 5-ESS1-2 5E Lesson Plans are included in this Bundle. These lessons plans are designed to be fun and engaging for your students.Product Descriptions NGSS 5-ESS1-1 Brightness of the Sun and Stars – Support an argument that differences in the apparent brightness of the sun compared to other stars is due to their relative distance from the Earth. 5th Grade Science NGSS 5-ESS1-1 Brightness of the Sun and Stars is an engaging and interesting lesson which includes videos, enga
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4th - 6th
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5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
Earth's Place in Universe Science Task Cards Interactive Scoot Game 5th Grade
Engage your students by playing Scoot! This set of 32 task cards will engage and challenge your students as they learn about the solar system and universe while applying what they have learned.These task cards will help you teach your students the science concepts they need to know! Includes graphs for your students to read. Even if you haven't covered every concept it is an opportunity for elevating the vocabulary of your students. They can also work as an assessment.I included directions for a
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, 3-ESS2-1
Mars The Red Planet Close Reading Comprehension Activity | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions, an extension task, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the fourth planet from the Sun, Mars. The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the planet whilst working on their comprehension skills.Included in this PDF printable resource:An informational textA comprehension activity with ten questionsTwo grammar questions about the textAn ex
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5th - 6th
SOLAR SYSTEM DIGITAL 360 VR ESCAPE ROOM/BREAKOUT
Embark on an exciting journey through a virtual solar system, where you can explore and discover fascinating facts about all eight planets - Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. With nine virtual worlds to explore, this immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to learn and engage with the wonders of our solar system. Enhance your students' learning with 24 interactive digital activities designed to captivate and motivate them throughout their exploration.⭐⭐
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4th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
Also included in: Escape Room, Breakout - All Digital Bundle 360 Virtual Reality!
Modern Space Exploration No Prep Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Bonus
This lesson goes over the space missions after the Apollo moon landing missions. It includes the shuttle program, the International Space Station (ISS), Mars Rovers, and other space probes. The worksheet included with the lesson follows along with the power point presentation to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key Terms Include:
- NASA
- Space Shuttle
- International Space Station
- Mars Rovers: Pathfinder, Exploration, Opportunit
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4th - 9th
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Earth's Place in the Universe -The Solar System (For Google Slides)
This set of teaching activities is based on NGSS. Earth and its place in the universe is a set of teaching and learning activities about the solar system. Included in the earth's place in the universe learning packet are:(Also available in Digital format here.)1. Comprehension cards with questions to ensure understanding for the earth, planets, gravity, solar system, moon, eclipses, and tides.2. Labs (Day and night, seasons, eclipses, shadows)3. Compare/Contrast activities 4. Engaging and higher
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
Solar System Planet Research Project
Are you looking for a way to integrate science and ELA in an engaging way? This Planet Research Project will capture your students' attentions by allowing them to become experts on a planet of their choice! Students practice their research skills and share their learning with classmates after completing this week-long project.What is included in this resource?5 day basic lesson plan to guide you and your students through this projectdrawing slips for students to randomly select a planet if you c
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3rd - 6th
Hello Universe Nonfiction Astronomy Readings & Activities
The materials in this resource will engage your students in an interdisciplinary study of the history of Astronomy and the constellations. The resources will help develop their background knowledge about these rich and complex subjects, which will allow them to thoughtfully engage with Hello, Universe. As they complete the readings and activities, they will also develop critical skills aligned to the Common Core State Standards. PLEASE NOTE: This SAME RESOURCE WITHOUT Hello, Universe novel conne
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Hello Universe Novel Study
The Inner Planets No Prep Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Word Search
This lesson goes over the structure and atmosphere of the four inner planets: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. It goes over the unique properties of each planet from Mercury's hot surface to the possibility of water on Mars. The worksheet that is included follows along with the power point to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key Terms Include:
- terrestrial planets
- greenhouse effect
- Olympus Mons
- Phobos
- Deimos
- Curiosity &a
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4th - 8th
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5th Grade NGSS™ Astronomy and Space Unit
This is a complete unit for 5th grade, covering NGSS standards about stars, the sun and moon, and gravity. It integrates reading, writing, math, art, and of course, science! What's Included?RESOURCES FOR INPUTUnit Essential QuestionInquiry Chart Templates (2)Observation Chart PhotosCognitive Content Dictionary TemplateAstronomy Big BookPowerPoint version of the Big BookSuper Scientist Awards3 Pictorial or Comparative Input Charts with Demo Activities. Titles are: - Relationships Betwee
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Grades:
5th
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5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, 5-PS2-1
Also included in: 5th Grade NGSS Science Unit Bundle
Phases, Eclipses and Tides No Prep Lesson w/ Worksheet, Power Point and Activity
This lesson goes over the different moon phases, solar eclipses, lunar eclipses, and how the moon effects our tides. The worksheet follows along with the power point presentation to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key Terms include
- phases
- eclipse
- solar eclipse
- lunar eclipse
- umbra
- preumbra
- tide
- spring tide
- neap tide
All files can be found in the same zip file. The worksheet, activity guide, and the answer key can
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5th - 9th
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Space Technology on Earth No Prep Lesson w/ Worksheet, Power Point, and Activity
This lesson goes over the challenges that astronauts have when traveling through outer space. Scientists and engineers created technology that helped astronauts through these challenges and some of that technology even helps us on Earth's surface. The worksheet that is included follows along with the power point to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key Terms Include
- Vacuum
- Microgravity (Zero Gravity)
- Space Spinoff
- Communicat
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4th - 9th
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UNIT 13-EARTH AND SPACE (Foundations Science Curriculum series)
Explore the characteristics, forces, and movements of the celestial bodies in the solar system—and save 20%—with UNIT THIRTEEN: EARTH AND SPACE, from the Foundations Science Curriculum series. This unit highlights the characteristics of objects in the solar system, the force of gravity, and the effects of the rotation and revolution of the planets. Earth and Space offers a wide variety of resources to keep your young scientists engaged; and planning is a breeze with the Teacher’s Guide, which in
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
Also included in: FOUNDATIONS SCIENCE CURRICULUM BUNDLE
The Sun No Prep Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Vocabulary Matching
This lesson makes a great introduction for studying the sun and how it is powered. The power point presentation contains colorful and detailed diagrams of the different layers of the sun's interior as well as the atmosphere. It also includes animations of solar flares and solar winds. The worksheet that is included follows along with the power point presentation to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key Terms Include:
- The sun's cor
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4th - 8th
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The Outer Planets No Prep Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Pluto Debate
This lesson goes over how our gas giant planets were discovered, our estimates of how many moons each has, and unique features of each planet. The ending of this lesson explains how our once ninth planet Pluto is now categorized as a dwarf planet. The worksheet that is included follows along with the power point presentation to keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key Terms Include
- Gas Giants
- Jupiter's Great Red Spot
- Saturn's Rin
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4th - 8th
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Space Brochure Project- 3rd, 4th, 5th- DIGITAL TOO
Overview: Students will research a space object (moon, sun, star, planet, etc...) and create a tri-folded brochure with their categorized information and colored illustrations.Research will focus on:- Surface of space object- Movement of space object- Size of space object- Importance of space object- Fun facts- Student questions- Cited sourcesThis project includes:- Instructions- Research/Note-taking Guide- Digital version of trifold pamphlet- Checklist for Pamphlet- RubricDIGITAL COPY AVAILABLE
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3rd - 5th
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Gravity and Motion Lesson with Worksheet, Power Point, and Classroom Activity
This lesson makes a great tool for introducing students to Newton's law and the study of gravity. The worksheet that is included with the lesson follows along with the power point presentation to keep students engaged. The classroom activity is very simple only requiring a few easy to obtain items. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades.
Key terms include
- force
- gravity
- law of universal gravitation
- mass
- weight
- inertia
- Newton's First Law of Motion
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5th - 9th, Adult Education
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