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- 9th - 12th
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Students analyze characteristics that indicate human life cycles, and then apply these observational principles to various NASA pictures of stars to synthesize patterns of stellar life cycles. They observe NASA images of stars at various stages. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students explore how the universe and all its structures are interrelated. They investigate the stars, sun, heat, light, distance, galaxies, and measurement. Students access theories related to the origin and evolution of the solar system. Full Review »
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- 7th - 10th
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Students explain Big Bang Theory, discuss how stars are building blocks of universe, identify purpose of interstellar medium, explain what a galaxy is, and identify one type of dying star. Student groups then choose one star to research online, and present findings to classmates. Full Review »
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- 11th - 12th
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Students use the steps in the scientific inquiry to identify the features of the universe. In groups, they calculate distances to different stars and nebulea in light-years. They also compare how long it takes light to travel and place this information on a timeline. Full Review »
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- 4th
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Students investigate the importance of The Star Spangled Banner after listening to a teacher explanation of how Francis Scott Key wrote the song. They talk about the battle during the War of 1812 that led to the writing of the song. Working in two groups they role play as the British and the Americans, watch a PowerPoint, and listen to the lyrics of the song. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students give examples of the impacts of science and technology on the migration and settlement patterns of various groups. They draw stars explaining how the North Star was used to give directions on the Underground Railroad. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students review the concepts of the branch of science known as astronomy. They discuss stars and constellations and then view the night sky using a portable digital planetarium projector. They identify a variety of constellations using a map and then discuss the cultural stories behind them. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 8th
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Students answer the question, "Why do the stars appear to move across the night sky?". They make a drawing of their constellation or star cluster and write a brief report as to why it is important. Afterwards, they depict the pattern of thier constellation on the inside of an umbrella. Full Review »
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- 4th - 7th
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Students use educational software to draw polygons and explore the construction of stars. They discover a formula to determining the degree measurement of each angle in a regular polygon. Students draw eight, six, and nine-pointed stars. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 6th
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Students use educational software to identify, describe, draw, and color shapes and patterns. They design a collage of shapes, create a kaleidoscope, and take pictures of shapes with a digital camera. Students role play being an astronaut traveling through space. Full Review »
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