Finding Out About the Stars and Planets

What are stars and how do they work? Find out with a peppy video that examines hot balls of gas, the sun, and several constellations. 

Reach for the stars with a fun space science video! Viewers learn about the different types of stars in the galaxy, as well as the ways to organize and classify them based on color and age.

Second graders research an animal using the internet to find out about their animal. They make a five-page book (over a span of days) about one kind of animal, while working in groups.

Students recognize basic geometric shapes. They research the positions of planets in our solar system and find information on early theories about the location of planets and the sun. Students visualize planets as they might appear in an...

Looking for a good, technology-based science lesson plan for your 3rd graders? This lesson plan is worth a look! They will utilize PowerPoint to create a presentation for the class on a planet of their choice. They also use document...

Why do we celebrate Earth Day? Find out with a brief video that details the history behind the special day dedicated to our beautiful planet. The video answers the who, what, why, and how in a festive fashion while showcasing real-world...

Explore the sun in a lesson plan about space. The lesson spans ten weeks, with learners performing activities to answer weekly questions about the Sun and Earth.

Each member of a four-student group takes on a specific aspect of an assigned planet to research. After gathering information, the team works together to create a travel brochure and a presentation intended to convince other classmates...

A superb interdisciplinary approach highlights this activity which incorporates space science knowledge and narrative skills. After reading The Magic School Bus, two excellent poems, and watching a video, all about our solar system,...

Students create a KWL chart on stars and telescopes. In groups, they make estimates on the distances between the Earth and different stars. To end the lesson, they make their own paper stargazer and use it to complete other activities.