A NASA space scientist provides 98 questions and answers about the sun, the center of our solar system.

A brief explanation of constellations. Discusses what determines what stars and constellations you see, the difference between astrology and astronomy, and how NASA uses the constellations.

Besides an introduction to exhibitions and events at the museum, the site provides a guide to stargazing, an astronomy FAQ, space news, virtual tours (see site map) and research resources (including Chinese-English star and constellation...

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart describes what causes the seasons, explains the moon's phases, and introduces what a constellation is. It utilizes the Activotes to help describe the phenomena.

A fantastic collection of information about the solar system. Includes information on all of the planets, the moon, the sun, asteroids, comets, meteoroids, and stars. Also find puzzles, a dictionary, quizzes, classroom activities, and...

Players identify constellations by multiple choice or by typing in the correct name. Two skill levels. Includes links to Fact Monster dictionary, encyclopedia, and atlas entries about constellations.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about constellations. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.

Constellations are patterns formed by groups of stars. Take a look at some of the familiar constellations.

A large collection of information about and photos of the starts and constellations in the sky.

Constellation of articles, images, diagrams, posters, videos, and more on the subject of the search for planets, particularly Earth-like planets, outside our solar system.

Many of the objects you can see in the night sky are stars, large objects in space that produce light. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, contains more than 100 billion stars. Stars are so far away that their light does not reach us for years....

After downloading the WorldWide Telescope software, students can explore the universe with three-dimensional navigation and narrated guided tours of the sky. Users can also import their own tour to share with others. Site has educator...

Learning game and activity that teaches about the constellations by making a star finder to help locate them.

This resources focuses exclusively on astronomy. It's packed with historical facts about space exploration, famous people who pioneered the study of stars and planets. It features chronological list of space exploration, current news,...

In this lesson, students learn about objects in the universe, including constellations, planets, meteors, asteroids, and comets.

This resource provides a brief description of the relationship between a neutron star and a pulsar. It details the pulsing rate and death of a pulsar.

Empty space in outer space is not truly empty. Celestial objects fill the space not occupied by planets, stars, and such. This resource identifies these objects and further explains their existence.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart features a well-known constellation in our skies - Orion.

In this lesson, students will learn about Galileo Galilei and space.

Discusses the formation of the white dwarf and the role this star plays in the formation of a white dwarf supernovae.

This resource contains information about planetary nebulae and their characteristics.

This site from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration provides a fun project on stars and cookies. "Make these yummy star cookies with genuine star-colored centers you can see through." Plus, learn interesting facts about...

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart explains the significance of Delta Cephei in the constellation Cepheus and its historical significance in determining distances in space. It discusses parallax, standard candles, and the...

Investigate the use of the parallax effect for determining distance in space, and explore the arrangement and relative distance of stars in the galaxy. Create a sample star field and transform it into a three-dimensional model.