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Does the Sun Have Long-Lost Siblings?

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The sun is missing a few branches from its family tree! A fact-filled lesson from a solar system playlist describes the characteristics of our sun that help identify its siblings. Stars that form from the same cloud typically have the same chemical fingerprint.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have pupils continue researching the topic by accessing the resource links in the description
  • Ask individuals to write three interesting facts from the video to incorporate in a class discussion
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires pupils access to the Internet if expecting independent viewing
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Presenter shows enthusiasm for the topic, making the video very engaging
  • Uses images and animations to add clarity to the presentation
Cons
  • None